Description
A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring tender grilled chicken, creamy avocado, crisp vegetables, salty feta, and a zesty homemade Mediterranean dressing.
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil (for chicken)
1 tsp salt (for chicken)
1/2 tsp black pepper (for chicken)
1 tsp dried oregano (for chicken)
1 tsp dried basil (for chicken)
1 avocado, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup diced cucumber
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (for salad)
1/4 cup olive oil (for dressing)
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp honey
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp salt (for dressing)
1/4 tsp black pepper (for dressing)
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (for topping)
1/4 cup chopped kalamata olives (for topping)
Fresh parsley leaves (optional, garnish)
Lemon wedges (optional, garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chicken: Rub the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1 teaspoon dried basil.
Step 2: Grill the Chicken: Heat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
Step 3: Prepare the Salad Base: In a large bowl, combine the sliced chicken, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.
Step 4: Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon honey, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Step 5: Assemble and Toss: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve: Garnish the salad with chopped fresh basil, chopped kalamata olives, and optionally, fresh parsley leaves and lemon wedges. Serve immediately and enjoy your vibrant Mediterranean meal!
Notes
For best results, use fresh, ripe ingredients. If meal prepping, store the dressing and salad components separately and combine just before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Salad
- Method: Grilling, Assembling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
