Description
A hearty salad topped with golden grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a light dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: avocado slices, nuts for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. Once done, let them rest for a few moments before slicing.
- Combine the salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and feta cheese in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the olive oil and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl. Pour this dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Slice the grilled chicken and arrange it atop the salad. Add optional avocado slices or a sprinkle of nuts if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
This salad is customizable with various ingredients. Make ahead for easy weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad with chicken
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg