Italian Chicken Salad

A mayo-less salad full of classic Mediterranean flavors. From Cooking Light (May 2005).

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• Dressing

• 1  tablespoon olive oil
• 1  tablespoon lemon juice
• 1  tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1⁄2 teaspoon garlic, minced
• 1⁄2 teaspoon sugar
• 1⁄4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1⁄8 teaspoon salt

• Salad

• 3  cups chicken breasts, cooked and cubed
• 1  cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2  tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1  teaspoon dried oregano
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried basil
• 10  pitted ripe olives, halved
• 1 (14 ounce) can  quartered artichoke hearts, drained

Directions

1. DRESSING: Combine all dressing ingredients in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk.
2. SALAD: Combine chicken and remaining ingredients in a large bowl.
3. Pour dressing over salad, and toss gently to combine.