Description
A delightful blend of juicy grilled chicken and fresh vegetables, drizzled with a zesty lemon-herb vinaigrette, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
- Grilled chicken
- Cucumbers
- Cherry tomatoes
- Red onion
- Bell peppers
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Garlic
- Fresh herbs (e.g., parsley, basil)
- Salt
- Pepper
- Cooked quinoa or rice (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Season the chicken with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- While the chicken is grilling, prepare the vegetables by chopping the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and bell peppers.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and chopped herbs to make the dressing.
- Once the chicken is cooked, slice it into strips.
- In a bowl, place a base of quinoa or rice if using, then add the grilled chicken and top with the fresh vegetables.
- Drizzle the lemon-herb dressing over the bowl and serve warm.
Notes
For a vegetarian alternative, replace chicken with chickpeas or grilled halloumi. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg