Description
This Grilled Mediterranean Chicken Salad is a vibrant medley of juicy grilled chicken, crisp greens, and tangy feta cheese, all drizzled with a zesty lemon-oregano dressing. Each bite offers a delightful crunch from fresh vegetables and a burst of flavor that transports you to the sun-soaked shores of the Mediterranean.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Salad:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 6 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, and romaine)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the juices run clear.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and olives.
- Add the sliced chicken on top of the salad and drizzle with the dressing.
- Sprinkle the feta cheese over the salad and serve immediately.
Notes
- This salad can be made ahead by grilling the chicken and preparing the dressing in advance. Store them separately in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Leftover salad can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 day, but the greens may wilt.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute grilled tofu or chickpeas for the chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl with chicken and dressing
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
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