Citrus Dijon Grilled Chicken Salad
A fresh and satisfying salad featuring tender grilled chicken marinated in zesty lime, honey, and savory spices, complemented by a variety of colorful veggies and creamy ranch dressing.
Ingredients
For the Marinade
- 1 unit lime juiced and zested
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 chicken breasts chicken breasts boneless, skinless
For the Salad
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 2-3 tbsp hot sauce of choice adjust to taste
- 1 head green leaf lettuce chopped
- 2 tomatoes diced tomatoes
- 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper sliced red bell pepper
- 2 avocados sliced avocado
- 1 cup corn
- ½ red onion sliced red onion
- ½ cup tortilla strips for garnish
- to taste unit cilantro for garnish
- to serve unit lime wedges
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, combine the lime juice and zest, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, honey, and avocado oil. Whisk until well blended.
- Place the chicken breasts in the bowl with the marinade and coat thoroughly. Let marinate briefly.
Cooking
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken for 5 to 7 minutes on each side, until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. After resting, slice it into bite-sized pieces.
Assembly
- In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, black beans, sliced red bell pepper, corn, and red onion.
- Add the sliced chicken on top, drizzle with ranch dressing, and add hot sauce if desired. Toss gently.
- Garnish with sliced avocado and tortilla strips, and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
Let the chicken rest after grilling to maintain juiciness. Adjust hot sauce to personal preference. Store leftovers in the fridge for a quick meal the next day.