(NAPSA)—Here’s heartening news: A smart salad can become even more heart healthy—and delicious—whenyou add potatoes. That’s because Idaho potatoes have been certified by the American Heart Association as meeting its heart-healthy food criteria. In addition, a medium 5.3ounce Idaho potato has only 110 calories, contains zero fat and cho- lesterol, and is packed with nutrients including 45 percent of the daily value of vitamin C, nearly twice as much potassium as a medium banana, fiber, protein, vitamin B6 and complex carbohydrates. All these important vitamins and nutrients help keep your body fueled and strong all day long. A great way to enjoy all that nutrition is in this easy, elegant salad: Idaho Potato and Pesto Chicken Salad Yield: 8 servings 2 poundsIdaho potatoes, well scrubbed (peeled,if desired) 1 pound fresh green beans, washed and trimmed 1 tablespoonolive oil 1% pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes % cup prepared pesto sauce 3 to 6 cups mixed salad greens(optional) Over high heat, in a large, heavy pot with tight-fitting A Potato and Pesto Chicken Salad can be a cool way to get the nutrients you need in a dish that tastes like an indulgence. cover, bring half a pot of water to boil. Meanwhile, cut potatoes in half lengthwise, then cut crosswise in %-inch slices. Add potatoesto boiling water, cover and return to boiling; cook 3 minutes. Add green beansto pot with potatoes and cook another 4 minutes; drain potatoes and beansandset aside. (Vegetables should be firm.) In same pot, heatolive oil over high heat and cook chicken, stirring 6 to 8 minutes or until meat is completely cooked through. Remove from heat; stir in pesto sauce, then gently stir in potatoes and green beans, taking care not to break up vegetables. Serve salad warm or at room temperature on a bed of salad greens,if desired. To be sure you’re getting genuine, top-quality Idaho potatoes, look for the “Grown In Idaho’seal. Learn More For more recipes for salads and other potato dishes, visit http:// www.idahopotato.com. Note: The Heart-Check Food Certification does not apply to recipes expressly stated. For more information, see the AHA nutrition guidelines at: heartcheckmark.org /guidelines.
