Grilled Chicken and Avocado Salad with Garlic Sauce

This salad is rich in protein from the grilled chicken and healthy fats from the avocado. The garlic sauce, made with Greek yogurt, adds probiotics and a creamy texture without excess calories, making this meal both delicious and nourishing.

Ingredients

For the Salad
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cups of mixed salad greens (e.g., spinach, arugula, and romaine)
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup of crumbled feta cheese (optional)
For the Garlic Sauce
  • 1/2 cup of plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Grilling the Chicken
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  4. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
Preparing the Garlic Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, and olive oil.
  2. Mix well until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Assembling the Salad
  1. In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
  2. Add the sliced grilled chicken on top of the salad.
  3. Drizzle the garlic sauce over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  4. Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese, if using, for added flavor.

Nutrition Information (per serving)

The following nutrition information is approximate and will vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes:

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 30g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Dietary Fiber: 7g
  • Total Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg
  • Sodium: 300mg
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