Chicken and Vegetable Salad

This Chicken and Vegetable Salad is a vibrant, healthy dish packed with protein and nutrients. It combines tender grilled chicken with a colorful mix of fresh vegetables, making it an ideal choice for a light yet satisfying lunch.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, romaine) - 4 cups
• Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, shredded
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, thinly sliced
• Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Dried oregano - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. Season the chicken breast with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
3. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
4. Remove chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into strips.
5. In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, carrot, and red onion.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
7. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
8. Top the salad with the sliced grilled chicken and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.
9. Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy chicken and vegetable salad.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which aids muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the variety of vegetables, supporting overall health.

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