Grilled Lemon-Herb Chicken Salad

🥘 Ingredients

• 120g skinless chicken breast
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups mixed salad greens (lettuce, spinach, arugula)
• 5 cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cucumber, sliced
• 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 ripe avocado, sliced
• 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1
   Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
2. 2
   In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. 3
   Marinate the chicken breast in the mixture for 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Grill the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
5. 5
   Arrange the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado on a plate.
6. 6
   Top the salad with sliced grilled chicken and sprinkle with pumpkin seeds.
7. 7
   Serve immediately and enjoy your nutritious lunch!

📊 Nutritional Information

• Fiber: 7g
• Vitamin C: 32mg (35% DV)
• Vitamin A: 650 IU (13% DV)
• Iron: 2mg (12% DV)
• Calcium: 92mg (9% DV)
• Potassium: 690mg (15% DV)

💡 Cooking Tips

• Marinate the chicken in advance for extra flavor and tenderness.
• Allow the chicken to rest before slicing to retain juiciness.
• Use fresh lemon juice for vibrant taste.
• Swap in your favorite herbs like thyme or basil for variety.
• Wear gloves when slicing onions to avoid irritation.