Grilled Chicken & Avocado Salad Bowl
A healthy and delicious meal packed with protein and healthy fats, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 pieces grilled chicken breasts Cooked ahead of time for convenience.
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced Use a ripe avocado for best flavor.
- 4 cups mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese (optional)
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- Slice the grilled chicken and avocado and add them to the bowl.
Dressing
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Assembly
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Top with feta cheese if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
If you have leftovers, store the salad in an airtight container in the fridge. Keep the dressing separate until you are ready to eat to prevent sogginess. For added crunch, sprinkle some nuts or seeds on top.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 500mgFiber: 7gSugar: 4g
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