Mediterranean Diet Olivie Salad

Transform your classic Olivie Salad into a vibrant, healthful creation with this Mediterranean Diet Olivie Salad recipe! Bursting with fresh, wholesome ingredients like tender chicken breast, nutrient-rich baby potatoes, crisp cucumbers, and sweet red bell peppers, this salad is the perfect balance of flavor and nutrition. The addition of sliced black olives and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing infuses each bite with a Mediterranean flair, while blanched green peas and fresh parsley add a pop of color and freshness. Ready in under 45 minutes, this light yet satisfying twist on a traditional favorite is ideal for those embracing a Mediterranean-inspired lifestyle. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a delicious meal that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or even meal prep.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breast, cooked and diced
• 4 small Baby potatoes, boiled and diced
• 2 medium Carrots, peeled, boiled and diced
• 1 large English cucumber, diced
• 1 cup Green peas, fresh or frozen
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 0.5 cup Black olives, pitted and sliced
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Boil the baby potatoes and carrots in a pot of salted water until they are tender, about 10-15 minutes. Drain and let them cool before dicing.

Step 2

Cook the chicken breast in a pot of boiling water or grill until done, about 10-12 minutes. Dice into small pieces.

Step 3

Blanch the green peas by boiling them in a pot of water for 2 minutes, then drain and cool them under cold water.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced chicken, potatoes, carrots, cucumber, peas, red bell pepper, and black olives.

Step 5

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the salad and gently mix.

Step 8

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1437.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1340.0

Total Fat 59.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 252mg	0%
Sodium 2315.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 102.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.0g	0%
Total Sugars 26.7g
Protein 104.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 279.7mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 3029.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.3%

Protein: 30.6%

Carbs: 30.0%