Description
A hearty and healthy chicken salad bowl featuring tender grilled chicken, crisp mixed greens, and fresh vegetables tossed in a tangy honey mustard dressing. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or light dinner.
Ingredients
### For the Salad:
– 2 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or romaine)
– 1 grilled chicken breast (about 8 oz), sliced or diced
– 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
– 1/4 cup shredded carrots
– 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
– 1 avocado, sliced or cubed
– Optional: 2 tbsp toasted almonds or sunflower seeds
### For the Dressing:
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice (or apple cider vinegar)
– 1 teaspoon honey
– 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
– Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Prepare the grilled chicken by seasoning with salt and pepper, then grill until cooked through. Allow it to rest before slicing or dicing.
2. In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, shredded carrots, red onion, and avocado.
3. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
5. Top the salad with the sliced chicken and sprinkle toasted almonds or sunflower seeds, if desired.
6. Serve immediately, or chill for 10–15 minutes for a refreshing twist.
Notes
– Feel free to add other veggies like bell peppers or radishes.
– You can substitute grilled shrimp or tofu for a different protein option.
– Adjust the dressing ingredients to suit your taste—add extra lemon juice for more tang or honey for sweetness.
– For meal prep, store the dressing separately and add just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg