Description
Enjoy a delicious and healthy Grilled Chicken Salad with a flavorful Honey Mustard Dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, this salad is packed with fresh ingredients and bold flavors.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 cups mixed greens (such as romaine, arugula, and spinach)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional)
For the Honey Mustard Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- pinch of salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat a grill or grill pan. Season chicken and grill until cooked through.
- Make the Dressing: Whisk together mustard, honey, vinegar, oil, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the Salad: Arrange greens, vegetables, and chicken. Top with dressing.
Notes
- To meal prep, keep dressing separate until serving.
- Swap chicken for shrimp, tofu, or steak. Add nuts or seeds for extra crunch.
