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Mediterranean Chicken Salad in a bowl

Mediterranean Chicken Salad

Grilled chicken, tons of veggies, a zesty dressing. What could be better for lunch or dinner?
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 16 minutes
Resting time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 56 minutes
Course: Appetizer, dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Greek, Mediterranean
Diet: Gluten Free, Halal, Low Calorie, Low Fat
Keyword: grilled, healthy, quick, salad
Servings: 4
Calories: 488kcal
Author: Nick Quintero

Ingredients

For Lemon Garlic Chicken

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

For Salad

  • 4 cups mixed greens
  • 1 cup artichoke hearts drained and halved
  • 1 cup sliced cucumber
  • ½ cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1 medium avocado sliced
  • 2 oz. feta cheese crumbled
  • ¼ cup roasted shelled pistachios
  • 8 tablespoon balsamic vinaigrette

Instructions

  • Place chicken in a shallow dish with ingredients for marinade. Use hands to mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to an hour.
  • Heat a large grill pan over medium-high heat and grease with cooking oil. Once the pan is very hot, add the chicken, using tongs.
  • Grill for 7 to 8 minutes on each side. Remove from the pan to a cutting board and let the chicken rest.
  • Divide mixed greens among 4 MPOF round containers and top with sliced chicken, artichoke hearts, cucumber, red onion, avocado, feta cheese, and pistachios. Divide the vinaigrette among 4 dressing cups.

Nutrition

Serving: 4g | Calories: 488kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 1358mg | Potassium: 922mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 689IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 122mg | Iron: 2mg
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