Chicken Lime Chopped Salad
Brighten up your mealtime with this Chicken Lime Chopped Salad—a flavor-packed combination of juicy grilled chicken, crisp romaine lettuce, and an array of fresh, colorful vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and creamy avocado. Infused with zesty lime juice and fragrant cilantro, this vibrant dish is topped with a simple honey-lime vinaigrette that strikes the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. Seasoned to perfection with garlic, cumin, and a hint of spice, the grilled chicken adds a hearty, smoky flavor that ties the salad together. Ready in just 35 minutes, this wholesome and satisfying recipe is perfect for a quick lunch, a light dinner, or meal prep for busy weeks. Healthy, refreshing, and utterly delicious, it's a must-try for lovers of fresh, citrusy flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 1 large Avocado
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Lime zest
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Rub the spices evenly into the chicken.
Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Set aside to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
While the chicken cooks, chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and transfer to a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, finely slice the red onion, and cube the avocado. Add these to the salad bowl along with the chopped lettuce.
Finely chop fresh cilantro and sprinkle it over the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, lime zest, and a pinch of salt to create the dressing.
Slice the grilled chicken into strips and arrange them on top of the chopped salad.
Drizzle the lime vinaigrette over the salad and toss well to combine, or serve the dressing on the side.
Garnish with additional cilantro if desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1364 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.9 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.3 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 286 mg | 95% | |
| Sodium | 2823 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.6 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.1 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.9 g | ||
| Protein | 123.5 g | 247% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 382 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 3038 mg | 65% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
