Grilled Chicken and Jicama Salad with Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Grilled Chicken and Jicama Salad with Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette—a refreshing combination of smoky, tender chicken breasts, crisp jicama matchsticks, and a medley of fresh, colorful veggies. Tossed in a tangy cilantro lime vinaigrette, this recipe delivers bold flavors and zesty aromas in every bite. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or a dazzling summer lunch, this salad is quick to prepare, taking just 35 minutes from start to finish. Packed with protein, crunch, and a citrusy kick, it’s a light yet satisfying dish that’s sure to impress your taste buds.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Jicama
• 4 cups Mixed salad greens
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup Cucumber, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (for the vinaigrette)
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt (for the vinaigrette)
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (for the vinaigrette)
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil (for the vinaigrette)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Brush this mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.

Step 3

Grill the chicken breasts for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into strips.

Step 4

While the chicken is grilling, peel and cut the jicama into thin matchsticks. Set aside.

Step 5

Prepare the salad base by combining the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion, and jicama in a large salad bowl.

Step 6

In a blender or a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine lime juice, honey, 2 tablespoons of cilantro, minced garlic, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, and 4 tablespoons of olive oil. Blend or shake until the vinaigrette is smooth and emulsified.

Step 7

Add the sliced grilled chicken to the salad bowl and drizzle it with the cilantro lime vinaigrette.

Step 8

Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients. Garnish with extra chopped cilantro, if desired.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1296.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1539.0

Total Fat 96.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 3268.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.8g	0%
Total Sugars 21.7g
Protein 117.4g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 234.0mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 2577.3mg	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: 55.9%

Protein: 30.2%

Carbs: 13.9%