Feeds an Army Salad

Perfect for large gatherings or meal prepping, the "Feeds an Army Salad" is a vibrant, crowd-pleasing dish that combines fresh greens, hearty proteins, and Mediterranean flavors. Packed with crisp romaine lettuce, baby spinach, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and tender shredded chicken, this salad is as nutritious as it is satisfying. Nutty quinoa, tangy feta cheese, and briny Kalamata olives add delightful texture and bold flavor, while a zesty homemade lemon Dijon vinaigrette ties it all together. Ready in just under 45 minutes and serving up to 30 people, this recipe is ideal for potlucks, family reunions, or any occasion that calls for a refreshing, wholesome dish on a grand scale.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 30

Ingredients

• 6 heads Romaine lettuce
• 10 cups Baby spinach
• 4 pints Cherry tomatoes
• 4 large Cucumber
• 8 large Carrots
• 6 medium Red bell peppers
• 2 large Red onion
• 4 cups Cooked quinoa
• 6 cups Cooked and shredded chicken breast
• 3 cups Feta cheese crumbles
• 2 cups Kalamata olives
• 1 cup Lemon juice
• 1 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 4 tablespoons Honey
• 4 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce and baby spinach. Chop the romaine leaves into bite-size pieces, and place both greens into an extra-large salad bowl or mixing tub.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the cucumbers, carrots, red bell peppers, and red onions. Add them to the greens.

Step 3

If not already prepared, cook the quinoa according to package instructions and allow it to cool. Add the cooked quinoa to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Add the cooked, shredded chicken breast to the mixture.

Step 5

Sprinkle feta cheese crumbles and Kalamata olives over the salad.

Step 6

To prepare the dressing, combine lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a jar with a lid. Shake vigorously until emulsified.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss everything thoroughly to distribute the ingredients and dressing evenly.

Step 8

Serve immediately or keep the salad chilled in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Ensure any leftovers are stored in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	11875 grams (11875.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9435

Total Fat 507.90g	651%
Saturated Fat 116.60g	583%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.10g
Cholesterol 1517mg	506%
Sodium 17803mg	774%
Total Carbohydrate 634.50g	231%
Dietary Fiber 165.20g	590%
Total Sugars 244.50g
Protein 608.80g	1218%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 4767mg	367%
Iron 97mg	537%
Potassium 21253mg	452%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.9%

Protein: 25.5%

Carbs: 26.6%