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Grilled Chicken Salad

Savor This Grilled Chicken Salad with Sweet Onion Charm

A delightful Grilled Chicken Salad packed with protein and vibrant vegetables, perfect for clean eating and quick meals.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 fillets Boneless skinless chicken Can substitute with turkey or firm tofu for a vegetarian option.
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado oil or olive oil Essential for grilling.
For the Salad
  • 4 cups Mixed lettuce leaves Use your favorite greens or a pre-mixed salad blend for convenience.
  • 1 cup Corn kernels Can use fresh or frozen.
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Can swap with diced bell peppers.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped pecans Use walnuts or omit for a nut-free salad.
  • 3 eggs Hard-boiled eggs Can be replaced with chickpeas.
  • 1 medium Ripe avocado Can swap with diced mango.
For the Dressing
  • 2 cloves Fresh garlic Can use garlic powder for a milder taste.
  • 1 small Sweet onion Star ingredient for sweetness; can substitute with shallots.
  • 1/2 cup Extra virgin olive oil Any light oil can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Apple cider vinegar Can be replaced with white wine vinegar.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice Lime juice is a suitable alternative.
  • to taste Sea salt and black pepper Essential for seasoning.

Equipment

  • grill or grill pan
  • Medium skillet
  • Blender or Food Processor
  • Salad Bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F.
  2. Season the chicken fillets with salt, pepper, and oil, then grill for about 5 minutes on each side.
  3. Remove the chicken and let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing it into strips.
  4. In a skillet, heat oil, sauté garlic and onion until soft, around 6 minutes.
  5. Blend the sautéed aromatics with oil, vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  6. In a large bowl, combine lettuce, chicken, corn, tomatoes, pecans, eggs, and avocado.
  7. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store salad components separately in the fridge for up to 2-3 days to maintain freshness.

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