Description
Discover the Mediterranean Power Salad with Grilled Chicken & Jammy Eggs, a vibrant dish that combines fresh ingredients and bold flavors to create an irresistible meal. Perfect for a light lunch or energizing dinner, this salad features juicy grilled chicken and creamy jammy eggs, complemented by a medley of colorful Mediterranean vegetables. Each bite offers a refreshing and satisfying experience, making it suitable for various occasions. With its quick preparation time and nutritious components, this salad is not only delicious but also a smart choice for those seeking a healthy meal option.
Ingredients
- 1 grilled chicken breast, sliced
- 2 jammy eggs (boiled for 7 minutes)
- Sliced avocado
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Chopped cucumber
- 1 cup kalamata olives
- 2 tbsp crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup mixed greens or romaine lettuce
- Salt & cracked pepper to taste
Instructions
- Grill or pan-sear the chicken breast for 4–5 minutes per side until fully cooked. Allow it to rest before slicing.
- Boil water in a saucepan, gently add the eggs, and cook for 7 minutes. Transfer them to an ice bath to cool before peeling and halving.
- In a large mixing bowl, layer mixed greens, followed by avocado slices, chopped cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, sliced chicken breast, and halved jammy eggs. Top with crumbled feta cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice or your preferred dressing before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Pan-searing/Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 450g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the chicken in herbs before grilling. Feel free to customize by adding other proteins like chickpeas or shrimp. Keep the dressing separate until serving to maintain freshness.