Description
Epic Grilled Chicken & Avocado Power Salad with Creamy Herb Drizzle is a fresh, protein-packed salad bursting with vibrant flavors. Juicy grilled chicken, creamy avocado, crisp vegetables, and a zesty herb dressing come together for a nourishing meal that’s as satisfying as it is healthy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or cilantro
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika. Grill over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
- In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, dill, and minced garlic to create the creamy herb drizzle. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Arrange salad greens on a large platter or in individual bowls. Top with cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, bell pepper, red onion, and avocado.
- Add grilled chicken slices on top and drizzle with the creamy herb dressing.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
- The creamy herb drizzle can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Swap Greek yogurt for sour cream for a tangier dressing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: grilled chicken salad, avocado power salad, healthy chicken salad, creamy herb dressing, protein-packed salad