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Fall crisp apples gives this salad a little sweetness. This Simply Salad contest winning dish was submitted by Shauna Paskell, Radiation Oncology, UMass Memorial - HealthAlliance Clinton Hospital, Burbank Campus, Fitchburg, MA 

Serves 2

Ingredients

• ½ c. dried apples
• 4 c. romaine lettuce
• Dried cranberries, as much as desired
• ¼ c. honey roasted peanuts
• 4 oz. chicken, cut into small pieces
• 2 oz. apple balsamic vinaigrette dressing

Directions

Add ingredients together and drizzle with 2 oz. of apple balsamic vinaigrette dressing.

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A colorful salad to accompany your holiday meal. This Simply Salad contest winning dish was submitted by Gina Halbedel, Ambulatory Services, UMass Memorial Medical Center, Worcester, MA 

Serves 4

Ingredients

• 1 each red, yellow and orange bell peppers, sliced
• ½ c. red wine vinegar
• ½ c. baby portobello mushrooms, sliced
• 4 c. raw spinach
• 1 large red onion, cut into rings
• 5 grape tomatoes, halved
• 1 c. mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 2.5 oz. farfalle, cooked and chilled
• 12 oz. roasted chicken breast (shredded)

Directions

Toss all ingredients together and enjoy.

It's that time of year again. We're all looking forward to the holidays but not to the inevitable weight we put on while celebrating. But does it really have to be inevitable? These tips can help get you through the holidays, enjoying time with your family and friends with a lot less guilt and extra pounds.

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