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grilled lemon herb mediterranean chicken salad recipe 172086827

Authentic Grilled Lemon Herb Mediterranean Chicken Salad

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Enjoy a healthy grilled lemon herb Mediterranean chicken salad! Tender chicken, vibrant veggies, and zesty dressing. Perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 410
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken breast, grilled and sliced Make sure to season properly before grilling.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Divided into two for seasoning and dressing.
  • 1 lemon, juiced Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano Adds aromatic flavor.
For the Salad
  • 2 cups mixed greens (such as spinach, arugula, and romaine) A colorful mix for added nutrition.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Add sweetness and color.
  • 1 medium cucumber, sliced Crunchy texture.
  • 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced Provides sharpness to the salad.
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced Briny flavor to enhance the dish.
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled Adds creaminess.

Method
 

Grilling the Chicken
  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and half of the olive oil.
  2. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium heat.
  3. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until its internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  4. Once cooked, let the chicken rest before slicing.
Preparing the Salad Base
  1. Combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese in a large bowl.
Creating the Dressing
  1. Whisk together lemon juice, remaining olive oil, dried oregano, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a small bowl.
Combining Everything
  1. Add the grilled chicken slices to the salad and drizzle the dressing over them.
  2. Toss everything together to meld the flavors beautifully.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately, garnished with extra olives or a sprinkle of feta if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 34gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 680mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

For a vegetarian twist, replace chicken with grilled tofu or chickpeas. Make sure to rest the grilled chicken for moisture retention. Don't skimp on seasoning to enhance overall flavor.