Chili Lime Chicken Salad

This Chili Lime Chicken Salad is a zesty and refreshing low-carb dish that combines juicy grilled chicken with vibrant vegetables, all tossed in a tangy chili lime dressing. Perfect for a light lunch, it's packed with flavor and nutrients, making it a satisfying meal for any day.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Mixed salad greens - 100 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Avocado - 1 medium, diced
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix the olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Add the chicken breast to the marinade and let it sit for at least 10 minutes.
3. While the chicken is marinating, prepare the salad ingredients by washing and chopping the salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and avocado.
4. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat and cook the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and juices run clear.
5. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the heat, let it rest for a few minutes, then slice into strips.
6. In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and avocado.
7. Top the salad with the sliced chicken and sprinkle with fresh cilantro.
8. Drizzle any remaining marinade over the salad before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 37 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in healthy fats from avocado and olive oil, promoting heart health.

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