Grilled Chicken Salad with Mango and Avocado (30 Minutes)

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Get ready for a fresh and delicious dinnertime creation! The magic of this salad lies in its blend of tender grilled chicken, creamy avocado, crisp radish, refreshing cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and sweet mango. Top it all off with a homemade dressing, and you’ve got a delightful, quick meal bursting with flavor. Yum!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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For the salad:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, romaine, etc.)
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 4 radishes, thinly sliced
  • 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced

For the dressing:

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is no longer pink in the center. Remove from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before slicing them into thin strips.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, sliced avocado, radishes, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and diced mango. Toss gently to mix the ingredients evenly.
  4. Arrange the sliced grilled chicken on top of the salad.
  5. Just before serving, drizzle the homemade dressing over the salad.

Notes

To enhance the flavors, marinate the chicken in your favorite herbs and spices before grilling. Feel free to adjust the dressing ingredients to your taste – more tangy, sweeter, or spicier – it’s your creation! You can also customize your salad with nuts, seeds, or crumbled cheese for added texture and flavor. Serve immediately after adding the dressing to keep the salad fresh and crisp. Enjoy!

*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 345
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 101mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Carbohydrates: 37g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 21g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

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