Description

This Zesty Grilled Chicken Tenderloin Salad with Avocado and Corn offers a burst of vibrant flavors and essential nutrients. The combination of juicy grilled chicken tenderloin, creamy avocado, and sweet corn makes it a delightful and healthy option for lunch or dinner, ensuring a refreshing and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

For the Salad:

– 2 cups mixed salad greens (such as arugula, spinach)
– 1 chicken tenderloin, grilled and sliced
– 1 avocado, sliced
– 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
– 1/2 cucumber, sliced
– 1/2 cup sweet corn kernels, cooked
– Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped for garnish
– Salt and pepper to taste

For the Dressing:

– 3 tbsp olive oil
– 2 tbsp lime juice
– 1 tsp honey
– 1 garlic clove, minced
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

Grill the Chicken:

1. Season the chicken tenderloin with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs.
2. Grill over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
3. Once cooked, let it rest for a few minutes, then slice it thinly.

Assemble the Salad:

1. In a large salad bowl or plate, layer the mixed greens as the base.
2. Arrange the grilled chicken slices, avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and corn over the greens.

Prepare the Dressing:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
2. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like a bit of heat.

Dress the Salad:

1. Drizzle the dressing over the salad.
2. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro, and add extra salt and pepper if needed.

Serve:

1. Serve immediately, enjoying the mix of flavors and textures. This salad is not only beautiful to look at but also packed with protein, healthy fats, and essential nutrients, making it the perfect meal to fuel your day.