Description
A vibrant, smoky-sweet salad with grilled chicken, tangy balsamic vinaigrette, and fresh produce. Perfect for healthy lunches or easy dinners with Mediterranean-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4 cups mixed leafy greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Fresh basil leaves, torn
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat
Season chicken with salt and pepper
Grill chicken 4-5 minutes per side until charred and juicy
Whisk balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and garlic to make dressing
Divide greens among plates and top with grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, and basil
Drizzle with dressing and sprinkle with feta cheese
Notes
Use non-alcoholic balsamic vinegar for stricter dietary adherence
Substitute feta with crumbled tofu for a veggie option
Add sliced cucumber or avocado for extra freshness
Leftover grilled chicken works well in tacos or wraps
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg