Description

This vibrant and healthy salad is perfect for a light meal or a satisfying lunch. Featuring grilled chicken tenderloin, creamy avocado, hearty chickpeas, and a variety of fresh vegetables, it’s topped with a zesty lemon dressing. Packed with protein and flavor, this salad is sure to become a favorite.

Ingredients

For the Salad:

– 2 cups mixed greens (such as spinach and arugula)
– 1 grilled chicken tenderloin, sliced
– 1 avocado, sliced
– 1/2 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
– 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1/2 cucumber, sliced
– 1/4 cup cooked couscous
– 1/2 cup edamame beans
– 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
– Lemon zest for sprinkling

For the Dressing:

– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon honey
– 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
– 1 clove garlic, minced
– Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Dressing:

1. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Whisk together until well blended. Set aside.

Assemble the Salad:

2. In a large salad bowl, place the mixed greens as the base layer.
3. Top with sliced grilled chicken tenderloin, avocado, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, couscous, edamame, and crumbled feta cheese.
4. Sprinkle the salad with lemon zest for added freshness.

Dress the Salad:

5. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad, or serve it on the side for individual preference.
6. Gently toss the salad if desired to mix all the ingredients.

Serve:

7. Serve promptly for a fresh and flavorful meal. Enjoy!