Grilled Chicken and Avocado Salad: A Gluten-Free Delight for a Healthy Lifestyle
Considering
the target audience to be the United States, UK, Canada, and Europe, this
recipe has been designed to cater for all kinds of diets without compromising
on taste. If you have gluten intolerance, are considering cutting out
carbohydrates from your diet, or are simply a health-conscious person, do not
fret. This type of cuisine is fit for you!
Why You Need to Try This Dish
· Celiac
Safe: All items
utilized are gluten-free in their natural state, therefore safe for consumers
who have gluten allergies or ‘celiac’ disease.
· Protein-rich: Grilled chicken breast is low-fat meat
that helps provide you with the protein that keeps you full of energy.
· Beneficial
Oils: Avocado offers a
healthy serving of good fat, saturated; ideal for one’s heart.
· Time-effective: It takes less than half an hour to make
the salad in all cases, and this is perfect for busy weeks or on-the-go
lunches.
· Versatile: The recipe is adaptable to the changing
seasons, as it is possible to remove or add ingredients, depending on what one
has in their kitchen.
Components for Avocado Grilled Chicken Salad (For 2 Persons):
For the Salad:
- 2 avian chests, tool less and skin removed (approx. chests 200
grams each)
- 1 large avocado, in slices
- 4 cups a mix of salad leaves and sprouts, i.e., spinach, arugula,
or romaine.
- 1/2 cucumber cut into very thin slices
- One cup chicken tomato, sliced into two cherry tomatoes
- ¼ red onion cut in thin slices
- 1/4 cup feta cheese (a condiment with a creamy and tangy flavor
providing some optional ingredients)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (for frying the chicken and
dressing the salad) For the Marinade:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper for taste. For the dressing
Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon
juice, minced garlic, and oregano, as well as some salt and pepper, to create a
marinade. Then, put the chicken breasts inside a zip-lock bag (or any other
container) and pour the marinade over them, making sure all the chicken pieces
are covered. Also, make sure every breast is coated very well. The chicken
should be left in the refrigerator for 15 to 20 minutes for aging, but for 2
hours if a stronger flavor is desired.
Step
2: Grill the chicken
Preheat the grill or the grill pan to
medium-high temperature before placing the chicken breasts. Apply a little
cooking oil to the grates to avoid the meal from burning. Rinse off the excess
marinade of the chicken breasts and place the meat on the grill. Cook both
sides for 6-7 minutes or till the meat reaches an internal temperature of 165
degrees Fahrenheit (75 degrees Celsius). When done, place them on a cutting
board and allow the chicken to rest for five minutes before turning them into
strips.
Step 3: Create the Salad Base
At the same time the chicken is resting,
the salad is done. In a big salad bowl, mix the salad greens, cut cucumber,
halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion. If using feta cheese, crumble it
on top of the salad.
Step 4: Cut the Avocado
Slice the avocado in two, take out the
seed, and then cut into two slivers. Put these cut pieces in the salad and
spread them evenly.
Step
5: Prepare the Dressing
Add the olive oil and lemon juice, the
Dijon mustard, the honey, and salt pepper to the bowl or jar and whisk them
together. You should taste the dressing to see whether it needs more seasoning.
Step 6: Assemble the salad
Put the sliced grilled chicken on the
salad also. After that, the sauce is drizzled on the salad where all the
ingredients were combined and folded loosely for a while. The dressing should
be thoroughly mixed with the chicken, avocado, and vegetables.
Step 7: Serve and enjoy
Take two bowls or plates and put the
salad in them. Serve straight away, and feel free to relish this healthy
gluten-free dish.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serving
Size: This recipe makes enough food for 2 persons for a
main course.
- Total Time: Preparation
and cooking time put together takes approximately 25–30 minutes.
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Total Calories:
One serving of Grilled Chicken and
Avocado Salad is roughly 450-5500 calories. Here is the breakdown per serving
(excluding extra ingredients like feta cheese) with the calorie count:
- Calories: 470
- Protein: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fat: 29g
- Fiber: 8g
- Sugar: 6g
Adding feta cheese or other extra
ingredients will most probably cause a small rise in the calorie count, but
nonetheless, the salad is still a healthy, fairly balanced meal at any time.
Why This Salad is Everyone's Favorite?
- High
Protein, Low Carb: This protein-rich salad will definitely impress all
the grilled chicken lovers, making it appropriate for low-carb or even
keto eaters.
- Great
Appetizer: This salad is packed with fresh ingredients and
grilled chicken combined with smooth avocado, making it very healthy as
well as filling but without being too heavy.
- Healthy
and customizable: Full of vitamins and minerals as well as healthy
fats, it is an excellent dish for anyone who wishes to eat properly.
Furthermore, it is possible to make it different by adding other
vegetables, changing chicken to tofu (plant-based), or mixing other salad
dressings.
- Great for
Meal Prep: Grilled chicken can always be prepped ahead of time
and refrigerated for three days, which allows easy assembly of this salad
on any busy workdays.
How to Make the Grilled Chicken and
Avocado Salad Even Better
- Soak in
Marinade: Use chicken that has been marinated for 30 minutes or
more. The taste of the chicken gets better with time. So does the gradual
melting of the meat fibers, which makes the chicken very tender.
- Choose
Avocado That Is Firm Yet Ripe: The flesh of
the avocado must be ripe but still hold its shape. Mushy, overripe
avocados tend to be squishy and are unable to maintain their form during
the preparation of the salad.
- Grill on
Medium Heat: When cooking the chicken, grilling on high heat
should be avoided because it tends to dry the chicken out. A medium range
of temperature allows the chicken to be cooked thoroughly while still
remaining moist.
- Dressing
Variation: If you do not want anything creamy, just drizzle the
salad with olive oil and a little lemon.
A few last remarks:
Whether you want a meal that is healthy
as well as gluten-free without being bland, this Grilled Chicken and Avocado
Salad fits the bill. It comes with a lot of fresh veggies, a lot of lean meat,
and good fats, with the help of the avocado. This is ideal for lunch, dinner,
or meal prep; it is a healthy option for people who are trying to eat healthy
and want tasty food. Avocados have healthy benefits for children.
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