Mediterranean Diet Chipotle Chicken Salad

Elevate your salad game with this Mediterranean Diet Chipotle Chicken Salad, a vibrant and healthy dish that’s bursting with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients! Juicy, spice-rubbed chipotle chicken takes center stage, grilled to perfection with a smoky kick from chipotle chili powder and cumin. The refreshing base of mixed greens is adorned with crisp cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, briny kalamata olives, and tangy crumbled feta cheese, bringing the classic Mediterranean flair. A zesty homemade dressing of red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard ties it all together with a hint of sweetness from honey. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, this nutrient-packed salad is ready in under 40 minutes and is as satisfying as it is nutritious.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the grill or a skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, chipotle chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.

Step 3

Grill or cook the chicken for about 6-8 minutes on each side or until fully cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C). Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes.

Step 4

While the chicken is cooking, prepare the dressing by whisking together red wine vinegar, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.

Step 5

In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, red onion, and feta cheese. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.

Step 6

Slice the cooked chicken into strips and arrange them on top of the salad.

Step 7

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Serve immediately for the best flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1317.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1616.4

Total Fat 93.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 395.8mg	0%
Sodium 4930.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.1g	0%
Total Sugars 32.5g
Protein 134.1g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 858.8mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 2504.8mg	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: 51.6%

Protein: 33.0%

Carbs: 15.4%