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Grilled Chicken and Mixed Greens Salad with Balsamic Dressing Recipe

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4.3 from 27 reviews

A vibrant and healthy summer salad featuring crisp mixed greens, fresh vegetables, crunchy bread croutons, and flavorful grilled chicken breast, all tossed in a tangy homemade balsamic dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh mixed greens (various types of lettuce)
  • 1 cucumber
  • 1 bell pepper
  • 3 cherry tomatoes
  • 1 carrot
  • 1 tablespoon canned corn
  • 50 grams grilled chicken breast or fillet
  • Parmesan cheese, shaved
  • 1 slice stale bread

Dressing Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • Juice of ½ lemon (or a splash of water)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Grill the chicken: Season the chicken breast or fillet with salt and pepper. Heat a pan over medium-high heat and grill the chicken on both sides for 3–4 minutes until cooked through. Remove from the pan and let it cool, then cut into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Prepare croutons: Cut the stale bread slice into cubes. Using the same pan, toast the bread cubes over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until golden and crispy. Remove and allow to cool.
  3. Wash and prepare vegetables: Thoroughly wash and drain the mixed greens. Peel and slice the cucumber. Wash and slice the bell pepper. Peel and thinly slice or grate the carrot. Halve the cherry tomatoes.
  4. Make the dressing: In a small bowl or jar, combine 3 tablespoons olive oil with 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar in a 3:1 ratio. Add the juice of half a lemon or a splash of water, then season with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper. Whisk or shake until well emulsified.
  5. Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, sliced cucumber, bell pepper, halved cherry tomatoes, carrot, and canned corn. Add the grilled chicken pieces and toasted bread croutons.
  6. Finish and serve: Sprinkle shaved parmesan cheese over the assembled salad and drizzle generously with the balsamic dressing. Toss gently if desired, and serve immediately for a refreshing, nutritious meal.

Notes

  • Use any combination of lettuce or mixed greens you prefer for varied textures and flavors.
  • The stale bread adds great texture as homemade croutons; substitute with store-bought if preferred.
  • Adjust the vinegar and oil ratio in the dressing to taste — some prefer it more acidic or oily.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and add chickpeas or tofu for protein.
  • Grilling chicken in a pan imparts a nice char, but you can also use an outdoor grill or grill pan.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/grilled-chicken-and-mixed-greens-salad-with-balsamic-dressing-recipe/