Grilled Chicken and Avocado Salad: A Healthy and Delicious Meal
Ingredients
- 1 grilled chicken breast, sliced
- 2 cups lettuce or mixed greens
- ½ avocado, diced
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, sliced
- ½ cup cucumber, sliced
- ½ cup roasted corn
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- For the avocado dressing:
- ½ avocado
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Preparation
🍽️ Step-by-Step Preparation 🥗🍗🥑
- Grill the chicken:
Season the chicken breast with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Grill for 5-6 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Let it rest for a few minutes, then slice it into strips. - Make the avocado dressing:
In a blender, combine ½ avocado, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. - Prepare the salad bowl:
In a large bowl, place the lettuce or mixed greens. Add the diced avocado, sliced cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and roasted corn. - Assemble the salad:
Arrange the grilled chicken strips on top of the vegetables. Drizzle the avocado dressing generously over the salad. Sprinkle chili flakes for an optional spicy kick. - Serve and enjoy:
Toss everything together gently and serve immediately. This Grilled Chicken and Avocado Salad is perfect for a refreshing, nutrient-packed meal!
Enjoy this wholesome and flavorful dish that combines the richness of avocado with the protein-packed grilled chicken. It’s a great option for lunch or dinner, and the creamy avocado dressing adds a delightful touch!
