Ensalada de Pollo a la Parrilla

Ensalada de Pollo a la Parrilla is a vibrant and healthy Mexican salad featuring grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lime dressing. This dish is perfect for a light meal, combining protein with colorful produce for a refreshing experience.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 250 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Romaine lettuce - 100 grams, chopped
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1/2 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, thinly sliced
• Avocado - 1/2 medium, sliced
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a bowl, marinate the chicken breast with olive oil, lime juice, salt, and black pepper for at least 15 minutes.
3. Grill the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
4. While the chicken is grilling, prepare the salad by combining the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado in a large bowl.
5. Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into strips.
6. Add the sliced chicken and chopped cilantro to the salad mixture.
7. Drizzle additional lime juice over the top if desired, and toss gently to combine.
8. Serve immediately, garnished with extra cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and satiety.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, promoting overall health.

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