I love hearty salads during the summer, and one shortcut I love to use is to take advantage of deli meat. It's a quick and easy way to add some protein to an easy dinner.
Deli meat
- 1 lb
, chopped
(your choice - we like turkey)
Tomatoes, cherry or grape
- 2/3 pint
, halve
Corn
- 3 cobs
, kernels shaved off
Romaine hearts
- 2
, chopped
Yogurt, plain or Greek
- 1/4 cup
Oil, olive
- 1/3 cup
Lemon juice
- 1/3 cup
Garlic
- 1 clove
, peeled
Cilantro
- 1/4 bunch
Avocado, small
- 2
, cubed
Prep
Make hardboiled eggs - Cover eggs with cold water and some salt. Bring to a boil and then turn off heat. Let eggs sit in hot water for 11 minutes and then run in cold water for easier peeling. Roll egg against a hard, flat surfact to break up shell, and then peel. (Can be done up to 5 days ahead)
Deli meat / Tomatoes / Corn / Romaine - Prep as directed. (Can be done up to 3 days ahead)
Make dressing - Blend yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and cilantro in a blender or using an immersion blender. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be done up to 3 days ahead)
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