Mediterranean Fajita Salad

I came across this recipe and wanted to give it a try.  Instead of wrapping it in a tortilla or pita, I decided to put it over a bed of romaine lettuce.  It was delicious and it didn’t even need dressing thanks to the flavors and hummus.  The original recipe can be found here: Mediterranean Fajitas  My modified version is listed below and I halved the recipe.  I used the seasonings I had on hand.  If there is a shortcut to take, take it! 

Gather the goods:

1 pound chicken breast, cut into strips or chunks

1 tbsp oil (I used natural grapeseed oil)

1 tbsp Opa! GreekSeasoning

½ cup Kalamata olives, minced

1 garlic clove, pressed or minced

½ tsp grapeseed oil (I used Wildtree’s garlic grapeseed oil)

½ cup hummus (or enough for 1 serving per salad)

1 plum tomato, diced

¼ cup roasted red peppers, diced (I roasted one red pepper on the stove, but buying a jar would be a great shortcut)

Romaine lettuce, chopped (I used bag salad for this to save a step)

Add the chicken, oil, and greek seasoning in a large resealable bag.  Smush around the ingredients so the chicken is completely coated.  Let marinade in the fridge for added flavor.  I let it sit in the fridge overnight since I was meal prepping.  Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium high.  Remove the chicken from the bag and place on the grill or grill pan.  Cook the chicken until it is cooked completely.  Meanwhile prepare the olive tapenade by combining the olives, garlic, and ½ tsp oil.  Set aside.  Place romaine lettuce in a salad bowl and top with chicken, tapenade, diced tomato, roasted red peppers, and a single serving of hummus.  Serves 4.

Not feeling the salad?  Put it in a pita or a tortilla that is spread with the tapenade and hummus!  My husband enjoyed the “fajita version” as I was devouring the salad.  Both were a hit and made great leftovers. 

Why I Love it:  It’s an easy dinner that is so flavorful.  It’s also a great recipe to mix and match with the seasonings you have on hand. 

Your turn:  Share your version!  We want to see it.  #tammytastes 

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