Chicken and Citrus Salad

Transform your salad game with this vibrant and refreshing Chicken and Citrus Salad, a perfect harmony of bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Juicy grilled chicken breasts are paired with a medley of crisp mixed greens, sweet orange and tangy grapefruit segments, creamy avocado, and cherry tomatoes for a colorful and nutrient-packed base. Thinly sliced red onion adds a zesty bite, while a homemade citrus vinaigrette, made with fresh orange juice, honey, and Dijon mustard, ties everything together with a bright, tangy-sweet finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this salad is an ideal choice for a light lunch, healthy dinner, or show-stopping dish at your next gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 6 cups Mixed salad greens
• 1 cup Orange segments
• 1 cup Grapefruit segments
• 1 piece Sliced avocado
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 teaspoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 3 tablespoons Fresh orange juice
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.

Step 3

In a large serving bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, orange segments, grapefruit segments, avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.

Step 4

Slice the rested chicken breasts into thin strips and arrange them on top of the salad.

Step 5

To make the dressing, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, orange juice, apple cider vinegar, and extra-virgin olive oil in a small bowl. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.

Step 6

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1352.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2002.2

Total Fat 88.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 2963.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 181.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.6g	0%
Total Sugars 109.9g
Protein 116.7g	0%

Vitamin D 17.4IU	0%
Calcium 222.7mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 2506.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.9%

Protein: 23.5%

Carbs: 36.6%