Description
This vibrant grilled chicken salad is perfect for your Memorial Day gathering, combining fresh ingredients and a zesty dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and juices run clear. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
- While the chicken rests, prepare the salad by combining mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado in a large bowl.
- Slice the grilled chicken and add it to the salad.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese and drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3
- Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 30
Keywords: memorial day foods, grilled chicken salad, summer salad, healthy salad, outdoor cooking, barbecue recipes