A vibrant, classic salad featuring juicy grilled chicken breast, tossed with fresh greens, colorful veggies, and a zesty homemade lemon-herb vinaigrette. This fulfilling lunch is designed to fuel your workouts, support your weight-loss journey, and help you feel amazing in your body.
🥘 Ingredients
- 120g boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 cups mixed salad greens (lettuce, spinach, arugula)
- 6 cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/3 cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
👨🍳 Instructions
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In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breast and marinate for 10 minutes.
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Heat a non-stick grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill chicken 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked and juicy. Remove and let rest for 3 minutes, then slice.
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In a large salad bowl, combine salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and parsley.
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In a small bowl, whisk balsamic vinegar and Dijon mustard. Pour over the salad and toss to coat.
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Top the salad with sliced grilled chicken and enjoy!
📊 Nutritional Information
- Vitamin A: 1180 IU
- Vitamin C: 32 mg
- Iron: 3 mg
- Calcium: 71 mg
- Potassium: 836 mg
- Dietary Fiber: 5 g
- Magnesium: 52 mg
💡 Cooking Tips
- Let the chicken rest after grilling to keep it tender and juicy.
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken up to 24 hours ahead in the fridge.
- Slice vegetables just before serving to retain freshness.
- You can add a sprinkle of feta cheese for extra classic flair if it fits your macros.
✨ Why This Recipe is Perfect for You
This recipe is specially crafted for your weight loss goal while making you feel vibrant and energetic. The high protein chicken supports your active workout schedule, and the colorful veggies promote well-being—helping you continue to achieve your amazing accomplishment of feeling better in your body. Enjoy this nourishing, easy-to-prepare meal as part of your classic diet, and celebrate how unique and determined you are!