Embrace the vibrant flavors of summer with a delicious grilled chicken salad that’s as satisfying as it is nutritious. Imagine tender, juicy chicken breasts marinated in a zesty blend of herbs and spices, grilled to perfection and served atop a bed of crisp, leafy greens.
This salad is a celebration of freshness, featuring an array of colorful vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and bell peppers, all tossed together in a tangy vinaigrette.
Whether you’re looking for a light lunch, a satisfying dinner, or a healthy meal to enjoy al fresco, this salad is sure to hit the spot. It’s packed with protein, vitamins, and antioxidants to nourish your body and fuel your day.
Feel free to customize your grilled chicken salad with additional toppings like avocado slices, crumbled feta cheese, or toasted nuts for added flavor and texture.
Grilled Chicken Salad
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cucumber (sliced)
- 1/4 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 lemon (juiced)
- sea salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side or until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to coat.
- Divide the salad into serving plates and top each plate with sliced grilled chicken.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
