Bush Push Grilled Chicken Salad

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Bush Push Grilled Chicken Salad

This salad doesn't need an endorsement!

Makes 6 servings

1 lb. cheese tortellini, cooked, drained

3/4 lb. boneless skinless chicken thighs, grilled and chopped (about 3 thighs)

1 each red and green bell peppers, thinly sliced

1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives

1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

3 Tbsp. grated parmesan

6 cups arugula

Dressing

1/4 cup olive oil

1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar

2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice

2 Tbsp. each fresh chopped mint, basil and parsley

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 tsp. each ground black pepper, cayenne pepper

1/2 tsp. salt

Whisk together dressing ingredients in a medium bowl or large measuring cup.

Combine chicken, peppers, onions, and olives in a very large bowl.  Add pasta, dressing and cheeses; toss lightly.  Serve over arugula.

Tip:

This is a wonderful salad to serve in spring when there are so many fresh herbs available.  

For some extra flavor, marinate chicken in 2 Tbsp. of the dressing 20 minutes before grilling.