Summer salads

Summer is here and if you want to keep your good looks throughout the summer, it is important that you are eating your greens and fruits. Here are two salads that are amazing for both eye and mouth -- and loaded with vitamins and nutrients! A lot of women don't get enough protein in their diet, easily add chicken, turkey, meat or fish into any of these salads. Protein not only help you build muscles, but makes you full longer and help you avoid unneccessary cravings.

Arugula Salad with Strawberries & Pecans

Serves 4
              

• 1/2 pint strawberries (about 2 cups), hulled and quartered
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, divided
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 2 bunches arugula, trimmed and thoroughly washed and dried 1/2 cup toasted pecan halves

1. In a large bowl, toss strawberries with 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; let sit 5 to 10 minutes.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together another tablespoon balsamic vinegar with olive oil, salt and pepper.
3. To the strawberries, add arugula, the vinaigrette and pecans. Toss to combine, and serve immediately.

Mango & Avocado Salad

• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 mangos, cubed
• 2 avocados, cubed
• 1/2 small red onion, diced
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

In a large serving bowl, whisk together vinegar, lime juice, salt and pepper to taste. Slowly whisk in oil. Toss in mangoes, avocado, chicken and red onion to coat. Serve immediately.

 

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