Mediterranean Salad with Grilled Chicken: Freshness and Flavor in Every Bite
If you are looking for a light, nutritious and flavorful recipe, this Mediterranean salad with grilled chicken is the ideal option. Perfect for a light lunch or a fresh dinner, it combines fresh ingredients such as cucumber, tomato, olives and feta cheese with juicy grilled chicken that gives it a touch of protein.
Not only is this salad delicious, but it's also easy to make and can be customized with your favorite ingredients. The olive oil and lemon dressing gives it an extra touch of freshness that makes it an irresistible option.
Ingredients:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 4 cups lettuce or spinach leaves
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 large tomato, chopped
- 1/2 cup black olives
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat the grill or a skillet. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper and a little olive oil.
- Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side, until cooked through and golden brown. Let it rest and cut into strips.
- In a large bowl, mix the lettuce or spinach leaves with the cucumber, tomato, olives, red onion and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, mix the lemon juice with the olive oil, salt and pepper to make the dressing.
- Add the chicken to the salad and pour the dressing over it. Mix well and serve immediately.