Chicken Broccoli Tossed Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and nutritious Chicken Broccoli Tossed Salad, a harmonious blend of tender chicken breast, crisp-tender broccoli, and a medley of fresh vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions. Nestled on a bed of mixed salad greens, this colorful dish is brought to life with a homemade tangy-sweet dressing made from olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard. Perfect for a quick and wholesome lunch or a light yet satisfying dinner, this recipe shines with its balance of bright flavors and healthy ingredients. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-make salad is a fantastic way to enjoy the perfect fusion of protein and veggies in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breast
• 2 cups Broccoli florets
• 4 cups Mixed salad greens
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil (for cooking)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Season chicken breasts lightly with salt and black pepper, then cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.

Step 3

While the chicken is cooking, bring a small pot of water to a boil. Blanch the broccoli florets for 1-2 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp, then immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Drain and set aside.

Step 4

Wash the mixed salad greens thoroughly and pat them dry. Place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 5

Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber into thin rounds, and thinly slice the red onion. Add these to the salad bowl along with the blanched broccoli.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.

Step 7

Add the sliced chicken to the salad bowl and drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad.

Step 8

Toss gently to coat all the ingredients in the dressing. Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh Chicken Broccoli Tossed Salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1077.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1032.5

Total Fat 66.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 206.4mg	0%
Sodium 2213.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g	0%
Total Sugars 19.9g
Protein 79.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 241.5mg	0%
Iron 5.6mg	0%
Potassium 1852.3mg	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: 55.6%

Protein: 29.6%

Carbs: 14.8%