Description
Mediterranean Power Salad with Chicken & Avocado is a vibrant and nutritious dish, perfect for any occasion. This colorful salad features juicy grilled chicken paired with creamy avocado and a mix of fresh vegetables, creating an enticing balance of flavors and textures. Ideal for a quick lunch, a healthy dinner option, or as a delightful addition to your meal prep, this salad not only nourishes but also pleases the eyes. With its Mediterranean flair brought to life through olive oil and lemon juice, every bite offers an explosion of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup kalamata olives
- 1 soft-boiled egg, halved
- Grilled chicken breast, sliced
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Boil the egg: Place it in boiling water for 7–8 minutes for a soft center. Cool under cold water, peel gently, and slice in half.
- Grill the chicken: Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Grill or pan-sear each side for 4–5 minutes until cooked through. Let it rest before slicing.
- Prep the veggies: In a mixing bowl, layer the chopped romaine as a base and add diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, and crumbled feta on top.
- Assemble: Top with sliced grilled chicken, avocado slices, and egg halves. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice (or apple cider vinegar) and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (450g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 185mg