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Chicken Salad Stuffed Tomatoes

Heirloom tomatoes stuffed with mixture of cooked chicken breast, corn, minced red bell pepper, minced red onion tossed in dressing prepared from extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, chopped fresh Italian flat-leaf parsley, Dijon mustard, real mayonnaise, fresh ground black pepper and sea salt.

Ingredients -

6 Large Heirloom or Beef Steak Tomatoes
2 cups Cooked and Cubed Chicken
1/2 cup Minced Red Bell Pepper
1/2 cup Corn, drained
1-1/2 tablespoons Minced Red Onion
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice
1 tablespoon Chopped Fresh Italian Flat-Leaf Parsley
1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
1 tablespoon Mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Fresh Ground Black Pepper
1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt
Leaf Lettuce or Spinach Leaves

Preparation:

1. The top 1/2 inch section should be cut off each tomato.

2. Remove the pulp with a small spoon, or squeeze gently.

3. Let the tomatoes drain upside down on paper towels.

4. Mix together the chicken, corn, bell pepper and onion in a medium bowl.

5. Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, pepper and salt in a small bowl.

6. Pour the mixture over the chicken and toss gently to coat.

7. Place a lettuce or spinach leaf in the center of the tomatoes and spoon an even amount of the chicken salad into the center.

8. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Chicken Breast Recipe Tip
Extra-Virgin Olive Oil

	Olive oil is heart-healthy, containing the highest percentage of monounsaturated fat of any edible oil. The delicious oil comes in a number of grades and quality and provides the shopper with inexpensive versions as well as very expensive options. The extra-virgin grade is the top rated olive oil and has a fruity, pronounced olive flavor.

Chicken Breast Recipe Tip
Heirloom Tomatoes

	Heirloom tomatoes have become more readily available in recent years. They are popular for their outstanding flavor, different sizes, shapes and colors. There are hundreds of varieties of heirloom tomatoes, more and more they are finding their way into supermarkets and farmers markets for purchase.

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