Chicken Salad with Grapefruit and Pistachios

Bright, refreshing, and delightfully nutty, this Chicken Salad with Grapefruit and Pistachios is a sophisticated twist on the classic salad. Perfectly seasoned and pan-seared chicken breasts are paired with juicy ruby red grapefruit segments, crunchy pistachios, and a medley of crisp mixed greens. A tangy homemade dressing, featuring fresh grapefruit juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and white wine vinegar, ties it all together with a burst of flavor. Topped with a hint of fresh mint and thinly sliced red onion, this salad is as beautiful as it is delicious, making it an ideal choice for a light lunch or elegant dinner. Ready in just 35 minutes, this nutrient-packed meal offers a perfect blend of savory, sweet, and zesty flavors, sure to impress every palate.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 pieces Ruby red grapefruit
• 6 cups Mixed salad greens
• 0.5 cup Shelled pistachios
• 0.25 cup Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1.5 tablespoons White wine vinegar
• 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and no pink remains in the center. Remove from heat and allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.

Step 3

While the chicken cools, prepare the grapefruit. Slice off both ends of each grapefruit and use a knife to remove the peel and white pith. Working over a bowl to catch the juice, cut between the membranes to release the individual segments. Squeeze the remaining membranes to extract any juice and reserve it for the dressing.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion and roughly chop the fresh mint leaves.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of the reserved grapefruit juice, honey, Dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, and extra-virgin olive oil. Season the dressing with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the salad greens, grapefruit segments, pistachios, red onion, and mint leaves. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.

Step 7

Divide the salad evenly among four plates and top each with sliced chicken breast. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1013.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1696.9

Total Fat 108.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 2829.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.7g	0%
Total Sugars 30.9g
Protein 125.4g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 249.6mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 2496.6mg	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: 57.2%

Protein: 29.3%

Carbs: 13.5%