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Greek Chicken Salad

Created by Shari, Sunday, 06 June 2010

Description

Carrots contain beta-carotene. Beta-carotene is a provitamin A which body converts to Vitamin A. Many researches suggest that high-carotenoid diet is good for the heart health. It reduces the risk of heart disease. For keeping the heart healthy we need good amount of Vitamin A and Vitamin C. Carrots contain both the vitamins in good amount. These two are extremely important to keep the heart healthy and prevent heart diseases. Carrots are also very helpful to lose weight and because of this carrots prevent heart diseases. Eating carrots is extremely beneficial to those who are suffering from hypertension. Regular consumption of carrot juice reduces the risk of heart attack. Also, consumption of carrots reduces the blood cholesterol levels and thus prevents heart related problems. For beta-carotene you should always prefer carrots rather than any beta-carotene pills.

 

 


Ingredients

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Cuisine Style- Ethnic Foods
Cooking Method
Difficulty
Course/Dish
Main Ingrdients
Makes
4
  • 2 cups cubed, cooked chicken meat
  • 1/2 cup sliced carrots
  • 1/2 cup sliced cucumber
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup Italian-style salad dressing
  • Methods/steps

  • In a large bowl combine the chicken, carrots, cucumber, olives and cheese. Gently mix together. Add the salad dressing and mix well.
  • Cover and refrigerate. Let flavors marinate for at least 1 hour. Serve on a bed of lettuce if desired.
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