Description
Indulge in a refreshing Lemon Herb Chicken Tenderloin Salad, a medley of vibrant flavors and textures, perfect for a nutritious and satisfying meal. Juicy chicken tenderloins are paired with creamy avocado, crisp vegetables, and a tangy lemon herb dressing that will invigorate your taste buds and keep you coming back for more.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
– 1 lb chicken tenderloins
– 2 ripe avocados, diced
– 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
– 1/2 cucumber, diced
– 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
– 4 cups mixed greens such as arugula, spinach, or romaine
– 1/2 cup cooked quinoa or grains of choice
– 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking the chicken
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Red pepper flakes optional, for a touch of heat
For the Dressing:
– 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
– 4 tbsp olive oil
– 1 clove garlic, minced
– 1 tsp Dijon mustard
– 1 tsp honey, optional for sweetness
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 tbsp fresh herbs like parsley or dill, chopped
Instructions
1. Cook the Chicken:
– In a bowl, toss the chicken tenderloins with olive oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
– Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat and let rest before slicing.
2. Prepare the Vegetables:
– Dice the avocados and cucumber.
– Halve the grape tomatoes.
– Thinly slice the red onion.
3. Make the Dressing:
– In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey if using, salt, pepper, and fresh herbs until well combined.
4. Assemble the Salad:
– In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, diced avocado, grape tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cooked quinoa.
– Slice the cooked chicken tenderloins and add them on top of the salad.
5. Dress the Salad:
– Drizzle the lemon herb dressing over the salad and gently toss to ensure all ingredients are coated evenly.
6. Garnish and Serve:
– Garnish the salad with additional fresh herbs if desired.
– Serve immediately and savor the vibrant flavors of your homemade salad.