Description
Celebrate Memorial Day with this delicious grilled chicken salad, perfect for outdoor gatherings and barbecues. Fresh ingredients and a tangy dressing make it a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken breasts with the mixture.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. Remove from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, avocado, and feta cheese.
- Top the salad with sliced grilled chicken.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute the chicken with grilled shrimp or tofu for a different protein option.
- Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or nuts to the salad for extra flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3
- Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 30
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