Easy Zesty Grilled Chicken Avocado Salad Bowl
A fresh and satisfying salad bowl packed with juicy grilled chicken, creamy avocado, crisp greens, and a bright zesty lime dressing. Perfect for a quick, healthy, and flavorful meal.
Equipment
- grill pan or outdoor grill
- mixing bowl
- small bowl
- whisk
- knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 cups mixed greens (lettuce, spinach, or arugula)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup sweet corn kernels (cooked)
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for dressing)
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- salt and black pepper to taste (for dressing)
Instructions
- Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, coating both sides evenly.
- Grill the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked and slightly charred. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Arrange mixed greens in a large bowl or platter. Top with sliced grilled chicken, avocado, cherry tomatoes, corn, and red onion.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently or serve layered as desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a lighter version, reduce the olive oil or substitute honey with a natural alternative like date syrup. You can replace chicken with grilled tofu or roasted chickpeas for a vegetarian option. Customize greens with spinach, arugula, or romaine depending on your preference.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 32gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 6gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg
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