Grilled Turkey Salad

June 10, 2008 - 7:30am

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Grilled Turkey Salad

Adapted from CooksAid.com

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size	1
Calories	372
Total Fat	18 g
Saturated Fat	3 g
Sodium	318 mg
Total Carbohydrate	11 g
Dietary Fiber	4 g
Protein	43 g

Servings and Times

Servings	2
Marinating time:	1-2 hours

Ingredients and Preparation

Ingredients	Measures
Olive oil	1 tablespoon + 2 teaspoons
Fresh lemon juice	2 tablespoons
Dried thyme	1 teaspoon
Dijon mustard	2 teaspoons
Turkey breast tenderloin	¾ pound
Medium red bell pepper, sliced into strips	½
Medium orange bell pepper, sliced into strips	½
Medium zucchini, sliced on the diagonal	1
Salt	1/8 teaspoon
Freshly ground pepper to taste
Fresh chives, chopped	2 tablespoons
Mixed greens	2 cups
Balsamic vinaigrette	4 teaspoons

Directions
Combine olive oil, lemon juice, thyme, and mustard in a resealable plastic bag. Add turkey, toss to coat, and marinate in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
Prepare outdoor grill or indoor grill pan.
Brush bell pepper and zucchini with 2 teaspoons of olive oil and grill for 2-3 minutes on each side. Season with 1/8 teaspoon salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
Remove turkey from bag and grill for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. Slice into strips.
Divide mixed greens onto 2 plates. Top with grilled veggies, turkey, and chives. Drizzle each salad with 2 teaspoons balsamic vinaigrette.

Exchanges
5 very lean meats; 3 fats; 2 vegetables

Side Suggestions: Whole Wheat Baguette

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