Grilled Chimichurri Chicken Avocado Salad
Grilled Chimichurri Chicken Avocado Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender, smoky grilled chicken with creamy avocado and zesty chimichurri sauce. Perfect for summer gatherings or meal prep, this salad transforms simple ingredients into a stunning culinary experience that will impress your guests. Enjoy it chilled as a refreshing main dish or side.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- Juice of 2 limes
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 ripe avocados, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend parsley, oregano, garlic, red wine vinegar, lime juice, salt, pepper, and olive oil until combined.
- Marinate chicken in half of the chimichurri sauce for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- While chicken grills, combine greens with avocado slices and cherry tomatoes in a large bowl.
- Slice grilled chicken and arrange on top of the salad base. Drizzle with remaining chimichurri sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Customize by adding other proteins like shrimp or tofu. For added crunch, toss in nuts or roasted corn. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.