Yummy Summer Chicken Salad

Bright, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, the Yummy Summer Chicken Salad is the ultimate warm-weather dish that combines hearty protein, crisp veggies, and a tangy homemade dressing for a balanced and satisfying meal. Perfectly seared chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper are paired with vibrant mixed greens, juicy red grapes, creamy avocado, and crunchy toasted almonds, creating a medley of textures and tastes. The star of the salad is its creamy Greek yogurt-based dressing, infused with zesty lemon juice, a touch of honey, and a hint of Dijon mustard for an irresistible tang. Ready in just 30 minutes and ideal for light lunches or summer gatherings, this colorful salad makes eating healthy both delicious and effortless. Keywords: summer chicken salad, healthy chicken salad recipe, fresh summer salad ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 cups Mixed salad greens
• 1 cup Red grapes, halved
• 1 medium Cucumber, diced
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium Avocado, diced
• 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup Almonds, slivered and toasted
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Directions

Step 1

Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

In a skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes.

Step 3

While the chicken cools, prepare the salad base. In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, red grapes, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, avocado, red onion, and toasted almonds.

Step 4

Dice the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces and toss them into the salad.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard to create the dressing.

Step 6

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together until well coated.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your Yummy Summer Chicken Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1388.2 grams (1388.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1766

Total Fat 101.30g	130%
Saturated Fat 14.60g	73%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 330mg	110%
Sodium 2932mg	127%
Total Carbohydrate 84.90g	31%
Dietary Fiber 20.00g	71%
Total Sugars 44.30g
Protein 131.40g	263%

Vitamin D 4IU	18%
Calcium 348mg	27%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 3307mg	70%

*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: 51.3%

Protein: 29.6%

Carbs: 19.1%