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Chicken and Kale Salad

Making a vibrant vinaigrette and taking the time to massage-up the kale, this cold salad was bountiful enough that I didn't crave bread, chips or crackers (too much).  We're white knuckling a low carb diet for a bit. Its always a good idea to cleanse your system, eat the basics until you feel lightened up.  In summer, all of these elements are at their freshest and tastiest, so they can shine in these simple preparations.  

A love my giant IKEA bowl to mix up salads.  There is nothing worse than a too small bowl when you're trying to toss things.  Bell pepper, tomatoes, red onions, mushrooms, avocado and grilled chicken went on the massaged kale.  I made the salad dressing on the bottom so I could mix it all together when serving.  

The Dressing:

-Dijon Mustard

-EVOO

-garlic clove minced

-squirt of honey

-lemon juice & zest

-salt and pepper

-pinch of oregano