Mediterranean Salad with Grilled Chicken Breasts

Elevate your weeknight meals with this refreshing and protein-packed Mediterranean Salad with Grilled Chicken Breasts. This vibrant dish combines tender, marinated grilled chicken with a crisp bed of Romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, tangy red onions, briny Kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese. A zesty dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and Dijon mustard adds a bold, Mediterranean flair to every bite. Quick to prepare and perfect for light but satisfying lunches or dinners, this salad is as healthy as it is delicious. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or craving wholesome flavors, this recipe is sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breasts
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 4 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 large Cucumber, diced
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.5 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
• 0.75 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of ground black pepper to create the marinade.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is evenly coated. Marinate for at least 20 minutes or up to 1 hour in the refrigerator.

Step 3

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for 6-8 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Set aside and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.

Step 4

In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped Romaine lettuce, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of ground black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 6

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.

Step 7

Top the salad with the grilled chicken strips. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1713.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1932.4

Total Fat 125.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 436.0mg	0%
Sodium 6567.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.5g	0%
Total Sugars 22.3g
Protein 143.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1191.8mg	0%
Iron 11.0mg	0%
Potassium 2240.2mg	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: 58.1%

Protein: 29.5%

Carbs: 12.4%