Salade de Poulet Grillé

Salade de Poulet Grillé is a vibrant and nutritious French salad that features grilled chicken breast on a bed of fresh greens, vibrant vegetables, and a zesty vinaigrette. This high-protein dish is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, offering a delicious balance of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 200 grams
• Mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, and romaine) - 100 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium (approximately 150 grams)
• Red onion - 50 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Balsamic vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Dijon mustard - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons (chopped)

Steps

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. Season the chicken breast with salt, black pepper, and a tablespoon of olive oil.
3. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and no longer pink inside. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
4. While the chicken is resting, prepare the salad by placing the mixed salad greens in a large bowl.
5. Halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the cucumber and red onion thinly. Add them to the bowl with the greens.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
7. Slice the grilled chicken into strips and add it to the salad.
8. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
9. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the fresh vegetables.

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