SPINACH SALAD WITH CHICKEN, PISTACHIOS, TORTELLINI
Steps:
- Dressing: Mix the balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, basil, marjoram, cumin, and grainy mustard in a cruet or covered bowl. Reserve. Salad Mixture: Trim the spinach leaves of the stems and rinse them of sand. Drain as much of the water off as possible. Cut or tear the spinach leaves into bite size pieces and put them in a large salad bowl. Toast the pistachios lightly in a small skillet, allow to cool slightly, and add them to the spinach. Slice the olives and make sure there are no pits. Add the olives to the salad mixture. Core and seed the pears or apples. Cut them into cubes. Sprinkle them with the juice and zest of 1 lemon and add them to the salad mixture. Crumble the feta cheese and add it to the salad mixture. Cook the bacon until crisp in a large skillet, drain, and crumble. Add the crumbled bacon to the salad. Add salt and pepper if desired. Mix well. Tortellini: Boil some water in a pot and cook the tortellini according to package directions. Reserve until ready to serve. Drain and add to salad with the cooked chicken (below). Chicken: Drain most of the bacon fat from the large skillet, leaving just a few tablespoons to saute the chicken. Cut the chicken breast in strips. Chop the onion and mince the garlic. Sauté the onion and the garlic in the bacon fat until the onion is translucent. Add the chicken and sauté until the chicken is cooked thoroughly. Place the cooked chicken in a bowl and pour some of the dressing over it. Mix thoroughly. Just before serving, add some of the dressing over the salad and arrange the chicken strips over it. Serve. Assembly: Then cook the chicken and arrange it on top of the salad. Serve with crusty sourdough, Italian, or French bread.
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Zubair SaRaiKi
[email protected]I can't wait to try this salad.
Mary Emmanuel
[email protected]This salad is a must-try!
Siam Hosin
[email protected]I'm definitely going to be making this salad again.
Namigadde Justine
[email protected]This is the perfect salad for a summer lunch or dinner.
Sarfaraz Prince
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Cesar Trujillo
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of spinach salads, but this one is really good.
Abood Zanتمdaqi
[email protected]This salad is delicious and refreshing. I love the combination of flavors and textures.
Sally Yetter
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
kavan sanders
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken and tortellini. It's also a healthy and delicious meal that's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner.
Mohaimin khattak
[email protected]I tried this salad for lunch today and it was really good! The dressing is light and flavorful, and the combination of chicken, pistachios, and tortellini is really satisfying. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Bobby Jeff
[email protected]This salad is delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. The chicken is tender and juicy, the pistachios add a nice crunch, and the tortellini is a fun addition. The dressing is also really good. I will definitely be making this salad
Malik Ali Haider
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of spinach salads, but this one is really good. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the combination of chicken, pistachios, and tortellini is really satisfying.
Bainomugisha Enock
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use leftover chicken or tortellini to make it. It's also a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.
marziyeh samaei
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The dressing is especially delicious and I will definitely be making it again.
Slindile Shozi
[email protected]This salad is a delightful medley of flavors and textures. The chicken is tender and juicy, the pistachios add a nutty crunch, and the tortellini provide a satisfying chewiness. The spinach is fresh and crisp, and the dressing is light and tangy. Ove