Grilled Chicken and Mandarin Orange Salad
A refreshing and flavorful salad with grilled chicken, mandarin oranges, and a tangy dressing.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 1 cup mandarin orange segments
- 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped fresh
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Let it rest for a few minutes, then slice into thin strips.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, sliced almonds, mandarin orange segments, feta cheese, and cilantro.
- Add the grilled chicken slices to the salad.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 27gFat: 20gFiber: 6g
