Fresh Ingredient Salad

Many, if not most of my recipes are described as my favorite or quick and easy. But the truth is, this one truly is both. All you need is a short amount of prep time, and you're set with a nutrient packed lunch or dinner! It's easy for on the go, or meal prepping. It's also a great side dish for a bbq, replacing the chicken with chickpeas. On Sunday's, I typically make a big batch of chicken in my crockpot, leaving a lot of options for the week with chicken already prepped. This recipe has some vegan ingredients, and clearly I am not vegan- but I try to stay away from dairy so it's the perfect switch! Hidden Valley now makes plant based ranch dressing, which may be the best thing that has happened this year. Swap out what you like or what you have in your kitchen to make this recipe work for you! 

​Ingredients:
Fresh spinach
Fresh broccoli 
Raw red onion 
Carrots
Baby bell peppers
Sliced white mushrooms
Bacon bits
Shredded chicken 
Vegan cheddar cheese 
Cherry tomatoes 
Vegan ranch dressing 

Directions:
This one is a bit too easy. Slice up all of your vegetables, and toppings and toss them atop of your fresh spinach. Finish with dressing and enjoy!