Whole30 Grilled Chicken Salad

Elevate your lunch or dinner with this vibrant and nutritious Whole30 Grilled Chicken Salad, a perfect blend of bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Tender, marinated chicken breasts—grilled to juicy perfection—are sliced and served atop a bed of crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, creamy avocado, and zesty red onion. A simple but flavorful dressing made with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and tangy Dijon mustard ties everything together, while a sprinkle of fresh basil adds a fragrant finishing touch. Ready in just 35 minutes (plus marinating time), this protein-packed salad is gluten-free, dairy-free, and completely Whole30-compliant. It's an ideal, healthy choice for meal prep, a light dinner, or a fresh addition to your weekly menu.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium cucumber, sliced
• 0.5 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 large avocado, sliced
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag, ensuring the chicken is well coated, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for maximum flavor.

Step 3

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Step 4

Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing it thinly.

Step 5

In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and Dijon mustard to create the dressing.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Step 8

Top the salad with the sliced grilled chicken and sprinkle chopped fresh basil over the top.

Step 9

Serve the salad immediately, or refrigerate for up to one hour to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1419.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1466.3

Total Fat 86.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 2833.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.7g	0%
Total Sugars 17.6g
Protein 121.1g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 300.8mg	0%
Iron 11.0mg	0%
Potassium 3522.2mg	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: 52.6%

Protein: 32.8%

Carbs: 14.7%