Grilled Chicken & Chickpea Salad

Serving Size: 1 

Ingredients

1 grilled chicken breast (sliced)

½ cup canned chickpeas (rinsed & drained)

2 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)

½ avocado (cubed)

½ cup cherry tomatoes (halved)

2–3 tbsp red onion (thinly sliced)

1 tbsp olive oil

1–2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Optional: 1 tbsp feta or goat cheese

Salt & pepper to taste

Directions

Prepare the chicken:
Season and grill the chicken breast until fully cooked (internal temp of 165°F). Let it rest, then slice into strips.

Prep the base:
In a large bowl, add mixed greens as the foundation.

Add toppings:
Layer in chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, red onion, avocado, and sliced chicken.

Make the dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

Combine:
Drizzle dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.

Finish & serve:
Top with optional feta or goat cheese and serve immediately.

Nutritional Facts (approximate)

Calories: 520–560 kcal

Protein: 38–42 g

Carbohydrates: 30–35 g

Fiber: 10–12 g

Fat: 28–32 g

Saturated Fat: 4–6 g

Sodium: 350–450 mg (varies by seasoning & cheese)