Description
This Grilled Chicken Skewers Salad is a fresh, vibrant dish packed with juicy marinated chicken, crisp vegetables, and a zesty dressing. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal!
Ingredients
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- For the Chicken Skewers:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 4–6 wooden or metal skewers
- For the Salad:
- 4 cups mixed greens (romaine, arugula, or spinach)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives (optional)
- For the Dressing:
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the chicken cubes, toss to coat, and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
- Prepare the Skewers:
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 15 minutes to prevent burning.
- Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers.
- Grill the Chicken:
- Preheat the grill (or grill pan) to medium-high heat.
- Grill the skewers for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked (165°F / 75°C internal temp).
- Assemble the Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and olives.
- Make the Dressing:
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Serve & Enjoy:
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad.
- Top with grilled chicken skewers and serve immediately.
Notes
- Swap chicken for shrimp, beef, or tofu for variety.
- Add avocado for extra creaminess.
- Serve with pita bread or hummus for a Mediterranean touch.
- Grill vegetables (like bell peppers or zucchini) alongside the chicken for more flavor.
- Details
Nutrition
- Calories: ~350 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
