Description
Grilled Chicken & Avocado Power Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that combines juicy grilled chicken with creamy avocado and a medley of fresh vegetables. This salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, making it an ideal choice for a quick lunch or an elegant dinner. With its rich flavors and satisfying textures, you’ll find it hard to resist! Customize this recipe to suit your taste preferences, whether by adding seasonal veggies or trying out different dressings. Perfect for meal prep, this salad can be enjoyed throughout the week, ensuring you stay nourished and energized.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 grilled chicken breast, sliced
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 cup arugula or mixed greens
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 56 cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (or alternative)
- 1 cup garlic croutons
- Optional: lemon juice or balsamic vinegar for dressing
Instructions
- Grill the chicken breast seasoned with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning (or paprika), salt, and pepper for about 5-6 minutes on each side until cooked through. Let it rest before slicing.
- In a mixing bowl, combine arugula or mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, crumbled feta cheese (or alternative), and garlic croutons. Top with sliced avocado and grilled chicken.
- Drizzle with your choice of lemon juice or balsamic vinegar if desired. Serve immediately for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg