Description
A fresh, protein-packed grilled chicken and avocado salad bowl that’s healthy, satisfying, and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 grilled chicken breast, sliced
- 2 cups romaine or mixed greens
- 1/2 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup grilled corn
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- For the Avocado Dressing:
- 1/2 avocado
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
1. Season chicken with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder
2. Grill for 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked, then let it rest and slice
3. Blend avocado, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth
4. Place chopped greens in a bowl and add avocado, tomatoes, cucumber, and grilled corn
5. Top with sliced grilled chicken
6. Drizzle with avocado dressing and sprinkle chili flakes if desired
7. Toss gently and serve fresh
Notes
You can substitute grilled chicken with tofu or shrimp for variation
Add quinoa or brown rice to make it more filling
Use lime juice instead of lemon for a slightly different flavor
Best enjoyed fresh but dressing can be stored for up to 2 days in the fridge
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 95mg