Feel good about dinner-in-a-hurry with this nutrient-packed salad.
When lunch or dinnertime calls for something healthy, turn to this Mediterranean-inspired salad.
Its meat-free, but still offers lots of protein thanks to garbanzo beans, mozzarella balls, andKalamata olives.
Credit: Brie Passano
Toss the salad with the simple balsamic vinaigrette, and serve over warmed naan.
What Is the Mediterranean Diet?
This is a way of eating found in countries near the Mediterranean Sea.
TheMediterranean dietfocuses on nutrient-rich foods and consuming less red meat and refined grains.
Ingredients
3Tbsp.balsamic vinegar
3Tbsp.olive oil
1Tbsp.honey
12tsp.salt
4cupsbaby arugula
1(15-oz.
)cangarbanzo beans (chickpeas), rinsed and drained
1(8-oz.
Cover and shake well.
Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.
Warm the Naan
Heat naan according to package directions for microwave or skillet.
Serve arugula mixture over naan.
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
American Heart Association.What is the Mediterranean Diet?