Grilled Chicken Salad with Honey Mustard
Grilled Chicken Salad with Honey Mustard is a refreshing and flavorful dish that perfectly marries the juicy goodness of grilled chicken with crisp, vibrant vegetables and a creamy honey mustard dressing. This salad is an excellent choice for lunch or dinner, offering a delightful medley of textures and tastes. It’s quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. With the ability to customize ingredients to your liking, this dish becomes a versatile staple in your culinary repertoire. Enjoy it as a light meal on its own or pair it with your favorite side dishes for a complete experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast
- ¼ cup honey mustard sauce (for marinade)
- 4 cups romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- ⅓ cup corn
- ⅓ cup cucumbers
- ¼ cup red onion
- 2 small avocados
- ½ cup honey mustard sauce
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove
- Sea salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in honey mustard sauce for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the dressing by mixing honey mustard, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a jar.
- Grill the marinated chicken on medium heat for about 4-5 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Assemble the salad by placing chopped romaine in a large bowl and topping with grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, corn, cucumber slices, onion slices, and avocado.
- Drizzle with dressing right before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg