Description
This refreshing Grilled Chicken Avocado Salad is packed with fresh ingredients like creamy avocado, juicy tomatoes, and grilled chicken, all drizzled with a tangy lime dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
For the Salad:
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup lettuce or mixed greens (optional)
For the Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
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Marinate & Grill the Chicken:
- Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Grill or pan-cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice it.
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Prepare the Salad:
- In a bowl, combine the diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped cilantro.
- Add lettuce or mixed greens if desired.
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Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
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Assemble & Serve:
- Add the sliced chicken on top of the salad.
- Drizzle with the lime dressing and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- You can use any mixed greens you prefer or omit them for a lower-carb option.
- For extra crunch, add some toasted nuts or seeds as a garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg