Description
Elevate your meals with this refreshing and protein-rich healthy chicken salad, perfect for warm days or anytime you crave a light yet satisfying dish. Bursting with tender grilled chicken, crisp vegetables, and a zesty yogurt dressing, this salad is not only visually appealing but also a nutritional powerhouse. Enjoy it at summer barbecues or as a quick lunch option that energizes your day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup English cucumbers, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Chicken: Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill or pan-sear for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
- 2. Prep Your Veggies: While the chicken cooks, wash spinach thoroughly. Chop cucumbers, halve cherry tomatoes, and slice red onion thinly.
- 3. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- 4. Combine It All: In a large bowl, mix chopped veggies with sliced chicken. Drizzle dressing over everything and toss well.
- 5. Serve Your Salad: Transfer to plates or bowls and garnish with extra cherry tomatoes or feta cheese if desired.
- 6. Enjoy: Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for an hour for a refreshing cold salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 80mg