🥗 Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Salad – Full Recipe

A fresh, vibrant, protein-packed salad with classic Mediterranean flavors — grilled chicken, crisp veggies, olives, herbs, and a zesty homemade dressing.

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⭐ Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

For the Grilled Chicken

• 2 chicken breasts (or 3 thighs, boneless)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tsp lemon zest

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp oregano

• ½ tsp paprika

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp salt

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For the Salad

• 2 cups mixed greens (romaine, arugula, spinach)

• 1 cup cucumber, sliced

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• ½ red onion, thinly sliced

• ½ cup kalamata olives

• ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled

• 1 small avocado, sliced (optional)

• ½ cup chickpeas, drained & rinsed (optional)

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⭐ Mediterranean Lemon-Herb Dressing

• 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

• 2 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tsp red wine vinegar

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• ½ tsp oregano

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• Salt & pepper to taste

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🔥 Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken

1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.

2. Coat chicken well and marinate 15 minutes (or up to 4 hours).

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2. Grill the Chicken

• Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill.

• Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side (thighs need slightly longer) until golden and cooked through.

• Let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice.

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3. Make the Dressing

Whisk together: olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, garlic, oregano, parsley, salt, and pepper.

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4. Assemble the Salad

In a large bowl or platter:

1. Add greens

2. Top with cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, olives, chickpeas, avocado

3. Add sliced grilled chicken

4. Sprinkle feta on top

5. Drizzle with plenty of dressing

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🍽️ Serve With

• Warm pita or whole wheat flatbread

• Tzatziki

• Grilled halloumi

• Roasted sweet potatoes

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⭐ Optional Add-Ins

• Roasted red peppers

• Sun-dried tomatoes

• Quinoa

• Toasted pine nuts or walnuts