‘- Citrus Avocado Salad with Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken
This low-carb dinner recipe combines fresh citrus flavors with creamy avocados and protein-packed grilled chicken to create an energizing meal perfect for rejuvenation.
Allergens
N/A
Ingredients
- 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon each: dried rosemary, thyme, and basil Salt and pepper to taste 2 ripe avocados, halved, pitted, peeled, and sliced 1 small red onion, thinly sliced 4 cups mixed salad greens 1 grapefruit, segmented 1 orange, segmented 1/2 cup fresh blueberries 1/4 cup toasted almonds 3 tablespoons lemon vinaigrette (see recipe below)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, dried rosemary, thyme, basil, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture onto both sides of each chicken breast. Grill over medium heat for 6 7 minutes per side or until cooked through. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Arrange salad greens on two plates. Top with red onion, avocado slices, grapefruit and orange segments, blueberries, toasted almonds, and sliced grilled chicken. Drizzle with lemon vinaigrette and serve immediately.
Chef’s Insight
Use fresh lemon juice instead of bottled lemon juice for the vinaigrette to maximize flavor and nutritional value.
Notes
Adjust seasonings to taste.