Chicken Salad with Nectarines in Mint Vinaigrette
Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant Chicken Salad with Nectarines in Mint Vinaigrette—a refreshing medley of sweet and savory flavors perfect for any season. Juicy, pan-seared chicken breast is paired with crisp mixed greens, succulent nectarine slices, crunchy cucumber, and tangy crumbles of feta cheese. The star of the dish is the homemade mint vinaigrette, a zesty blend of fresh mint, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard that ties the ingredients together with its herbaceous and citrusy flair. Ready in just 30 minutes, this nutrient-packed salad is not only visually stunning but also bursting with fresh, wholesome ingredients. Serve it as a light dinner, a stunning side, or a refreshing lunch that’s perfect for summer entertaining.
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 6 cups Mixed greens
- 2 pieces Nectarines
- 1 piece Cucumber
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese
- 0.25 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic
Directions
Step 1
Season the chicken breasts with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper on both sides.
Step 2
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
Step 3
While the chicken is cooking, wash and dry the mixed greens, nectarines, and cucumber.
Step 4
Slice the nectarines into thin wedges and the cucumber into half-moon slices. Set aside.
Step 5
To prepare the mint vinaigrette, finely chop the fresh mint leaves and mince the garlic clove.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, honey, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir in the chopped mint leaves.
Step 7
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed greens, sliced nectarines, cucumber, and crumbled feta cheese.
Step 8
Drizzle the mint vinaigrette over the salad and toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Step 9
Divide the salad among four plates and top each with the sliced chicken.
Step 10
Serve immediately and enjoy this light, flavorful dish!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1282.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1214.8 |
| Total Fat 70.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g | |
| Cholesterol 273.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4224.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 68.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 39.5g | |
| Protein 89.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 12IU | 0% |
| Calcium 749.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2794.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories