Description
A fresh and dreamy salad combining velvety grilled chicken, sweet and tangy Mediterranean flavors, and creamy avocado. Perfect for casual gatherings, elegant parties, or a comforting treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup diced cucumber
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- ¼ cup olive oil (for dressing)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp salt (for dressing)
- ¼ tsp black pepper (for dressing)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil (for topping)
- ¼ cup chopped kalamata olives (for topping)
- Fresh parsley leaves (optional, for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and dried basil.
- Heat grill or grill pan over medium heat; cook chicken 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest 5 minutes, then slice.
- In large bowl, combine sliced chicken, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped fresh parsley.
- In small bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish with chopped fresh basil, chopped kalamata olives, fresh parsley leaves, and lemon wedges if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Toss salad well with dressing before serving for best texture and flavor. Use fresh ingredients for optimal taste. Serve in elegant bowls or plates for a beautiful presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg