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Grilled Chicken Avocado Salad

Fresh grilled chicken avocado salad with cherry tomatoes, onions, and lettuce.
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This Grilled Chicken Avocado Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines juicy grilled chicken, creamy avocado, crisp vegetables, and a tangy homemade dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, it’s packed with nutritious ingredients and can be easily customized to suit your taste. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a healthy and satisfying meal for any occasion!

Ingredients

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For the Salad

  • 6 grape tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cucumber, diced or sliced
  • ¼ head of iceberg lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups mixed salad greens, torn into bite-sized pieces
  • 180g (approximately 6.3 oz) grilled chicken breast, cubed
  • ⅓ avocado, cubed
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp roasted pumpkin seeds
  • 1 tsp black raisins
  • 1 tsp golden raisins

For the Chicken Marinade

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

For the Dressing

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

  1. Combine olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  2. Add chicken breast, coating well. Let it marinate for 15 minutes.

Step 2: Grill the Chicken

  1. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Cook chicken for 6–7 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temp: 165°F/74°C).
  3. Rest the chicken, then dice into cubes.

Step 3: Prepare Salad Components

  1. Slice tomatoes, dice cucumber, and tear lettuce and greens.
  2. Thinly slice onion, cube avocado, and chop parsley.

Step 4: Make the Dressing

  1. Whisk olive oil, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Step 5: Assemble the Salad

  1. Combine greens, veggies, avocado, parsley, pumpkin seeds, and raisins in a bowl.
  2. Toss with dressing until evenly coated.
  3. Top with grilled chicken cubes and serve.

Notes

Pro Tips

  • For extra tang, add a splash of balsamic vinegar to the dressing.
  • Garnish with lemon wedges or additional parsley for presentation.

Storage

  • Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Store dressing and salad separately.

Enjoy a light, nutritious, and flavorful meal in under 30 minutes!

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