Paleo Chicken Garden Salad
Elevate your healthy eating game with this vibrant Paleo Chicken Garden Salad, a perfect fusion of fresh, nutrient-packed ingredients and bold, zesty flavors. Grilled to perfection, tender marinated chicken breasts take center stage alongside crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and sweet bell pepper slices. Creamy avocado and nutty sliced almonds add texture and richness, while a simple homemade lemon-olive oil dressing ties it all together. This paleo-friendly and gluten-free recipe is easy to prepare in under 40 minutes and serves as a light yet satisfying meal for lunch or dinner. Perfect for clean-eating enthusiasts, it's a fresh, colorful salad that celebrates whole, wholesome ingredients.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 5 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced
- 1 medium bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup sliced almonds
- 1 medium avocado, diced
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Begin by marinating the chicken: In a shallow dish, mix 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper.
Step 2
Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, turning to coat evenly. Let the chicken sit for at least 10 minutes.
Step 3
While the chicken marinates, prepare the salad ingredients: Rinse and dry the salad greens, halve the cherry tomatoes, and slice the cucumber and bell pepper. Set aside.
Step 4
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Step 5
Once hot, grill the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Step 6
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
Step 7
In a large salad bowl, combine the salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, bell pepper, sliced almonds, and avocado.
Step 8
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil and lemon juice to make the dressing.
Step 9
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Step 10
Top the salad with the grilled chicken slices.
Step 11
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh Paleo Chicken Garden Salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1467.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1596.7 |
| Total Fat 85.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g | |
| Cholesterol 385.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2768.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 54.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.3g | |
| Protein 158.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 22.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 331.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3764.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories