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Grilled Chicken Salad

Zesty Grilled Chicken Salad That Beats Fast Food Every Time

This Grilled Chicken Salad is a vibrant medley of fresh ingredients, perfect for a nutritious lunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing Ingredients
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
Salad Ingredients
  • 4 ounces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 medium Red onion
  • 1 head Romaine lettuce
  • 1/2 cup Fresh herb leaves parsley, cilantro, dill, or mint
  • 1 cup Persian cucumbers
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
  • 1 medium Avocado
  • 4 ounces Fresh goat cheese

Equipment

  • grill
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Dressing Preparation
  1. Whisk together all dressing ingredients in a bowl: garlic, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, Dijon mustard, honey, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
  2. Emulsify the dressing by slowly drizzling in the olive oil while whisking until smooth.
Chicken Preparation
  1. Preheat your grill and brush the chicken breasts with vegetable oil.
  2. Grill the chicken for about 6 to 7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. Let the grilled chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it into bites.
Salad Assembly
  1. Combine sliced chicken, red onion, romaine lettuce, fresh herbs, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and avocado in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Drizzle the herb dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  3. Top your salad with crumbled fresh goat cheese before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store leftover Grilled Chicken Salad in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Keep the dressing separate until you're ready to eat for optimal freshness.

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