Grilled Chicken Gourmet Style Salad
Elevate your salad game with this Grilled Chicken Gourmet Style Salad, a perfect blend of vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. Tender, smoky grilled chicken breasts marinated in a zesty mix of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and smoked paprika take center stage atop a bed of crisp mixed greens. Juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber slices, and tangy red onion add a burst of freshness, while crumbled feta cheese imparts a creamy, savory touch. Drizzled with a homemade balsamic honey Dijon dressing, this salad is a harmonious balance of savory, tangy, and sweet. Ideal as a light lunch or a show-stopping main course, this healthy and satisfying dish is ready in just 35 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or elegant entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breast
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium, sliced cucumber
- 1 small, thinly sliced red onion
- 1 cup, crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper.
Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush the grill with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess drip off. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C). Set aside to rest.
In a large salad bowl, assemble the salad by adding mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and thinly sliced red onion.
Slice the grilled chicken into strips and place them on top of the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper to make the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and lightly toss to combine.
Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top as a final garnish.
Serve the salad immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1456 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.3 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.9 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 340 mg | 113% | |
| Sodium | 5064 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.1 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.7 g | ||
| Protein | 95.8 g | 192% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 938 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 2166 mg | 46% | |
*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.
