Description
Cowgirl Salad – Fraiche Living is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. With a colorful medley of crisp greens, crunchy veggies, and tender grilled chicken, all tossed in a zesty dressing, this salad is perfect for barbecues, picnics, or a quick lunch. Its versatility allows you to customize ingredients based on what you have on hand, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, romaine)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup grilled chicken breast, sliced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Wash and dry the mixed greens thoroughly.
- Chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion to your desired size.
- Slice the avocado and set aside.
- Grill seasoned chicken breasts over medium-high heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked; let rest before slicing.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and honey until well combined.
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, chopped veggies, avocado, and grilled chicken. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg