Grilled Chicken Avocado Salad with Zesty Lime Dressing
A fresh and flavorful salad loaded with juicy grilled chicken, creamy avocado, and a tangy lime dressing perfect for a light and healthy meal!
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
2 chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon lemon juice
For the Salad:
1 large avocado (diced)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
1 cup lettuce or mixed greens (optional)
For the Dressing:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon honey
½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions:
Marinate & Grill the Chicken:
Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Grill or pan-cook over medium heat for 6–7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
Prepare the Salad:
In a large bowl, combine diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, and chopped cilantro.
Add mixed greens if desired for extra freshness.
Make the Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Assemble & Serve:
Arrange the sliced chicken over the salad mixture.
Drizzle with the zesty lime dressing and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy this vibrant, healthy salad!
Perfect for meal prep, summer lunches, and light dinners!
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