Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken Salad
If you’re seeking a vibrant and refreshing meal that’s both nutritious and full of flavor, this Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken Salad is your answer! Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this salad features juicy grilled chicken marinated in a zesty cilantro-lime dressing, complemented by fresh vegetables like spinach, cherry tomatoes, corn, and creamy avocado. Not only is it deliciously satisfying, but it also makes an eye-catching centerpiece on any table. With easy preparation and endless customization options, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless chicken breasts
- 1 bunch cilantro
- 4 garlic cloves (peeled)
- 1 lime (juiced)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 jalapeño or red chili (seeded and coarsely chopped)
- Kosher salt and pepper (to taste)
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup corn kernels
- 1 large avocado (diced)
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend together cilantro, garlic, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, jalapeño (if using), salt, and pepper until smooth to create the marinade.
- Coat the chicken breasts with half of the marinade in a bowl and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Preheat the grill to medium heat and grill the marinated chicken for about 12-14 minutes until cooked through.
- Meanwhile, combine spinach, cherry tomatoes, corn, and avocado in a large bowl.
- Slice the grilled chicken and place it on top of the salad mixture. Drizzle with reserved marinade before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg