Garlic Lime Grilled Chicken Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
49%
Garlic Lime Grilled Chicken Salad
30 min.
4
436kcal
25.4%sweetness
100%saltiness
21.83%sourness
20.86%bitterness
70.52%savoriness
63.71%fattiness
100%spiciness

Suggestions

This garlic lime grilled chicken salad is a delicious and healthy meal option that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful blend of garlic, lime, and spices, and then grilled to perfection. The salad is topped with a variety of fresh and colorful ingredients, including black beans, corn, bell peppers, and Mexican cheese blend. The result is a dish that is not only tasty but also packed with nutrients and antioxidants.

One of the best things about this recipe is that it is gluten-free and can be easily adapted to suit your taste preferences or dietary needs. You can also add your favorite vegetables or swap out the chicken for another type of protein. The possibilities are endless!

The garlic lime marinade gives the chicken a delicious flavor that is both tangy and savory. The addition of spices like cumin and oregano adds a depth of flavor that is simply irresistible. The grilled red peppers add a nice charred flavor to the dish, while the corn provides a sweet and crunchy contrast. The Mexican cheese blend adds a creamy and tangy element that ties all the flavors together.

Ingredients

  • ounces black beans refrigerated cooked
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black
  • 1.5 pounds chicken breast thin
  • 0.5 teaspoon cilantro leaves 
  • 0.8 teaspoon cumin 
  • ounces corn frozen
  • teaspoon garlic minced
  • 0.8 teaspoon kosher salt 
  •  lime 
  • servings mexican cheese blend shredded
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • teaspoon onion minced
  •  cranberry-orange relish 
  • 0.8 teaspoon oregano 
  •  bell pepper red
  • bag the of 1 cos lettuce 
  • tablespoons vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill

Directions

  1. Mix 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, oil, spices, and salt in a small bowl.
  2. Pour half of the mixture over the chicken and save the rest of the marinade.Marinate the chicken breast for at least an hourpreferably two.After the chicken has marinated, prepare your grill, and heat grill to 425Sear chicken on both sides for about 12 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 or 375 and cook for 7-10 minutes.
  3. Cut red peppers into small strips and add to grill for 23 minutes.Cook frozen corn, however, it should be warm when you top it on the salad.
  4. Add 12 tablespoons of vinegar to the leftover marinade to make a vinaigrette dressing for your salad.Top each ingredient beginning with the salad and chicken. Spoon vinaigrette dressing over prepared salads.

Nutrition Facts

Calories436kcal
Protein39.75%
Fat25.77%
Carbs34.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
79.38
Glycemic Load
5.56
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
34.171304347826%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
23.33mg
Naringenin
6.16mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.43mg
Isorhamnetin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.54mg

Taste

Sweetness:
25.4%
Saltiness:
100%
Sourness:
21.83%
Bitterness:
20.86%
Savoriness:
70.52%
Fattiness:
63.71%
Spiciness:
100%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:435.8kcal
21.79%
Fat:12.84g
19.75%
Saturated Fat:2.31g
14.44%
Carbohydrates:38.64g
12.88%
Net Carbohydrates:28.86g
10.49%
Sugar:6.2g
6.89%
Cholesterol:109.81mg
36.6%
Sodium:647.03mg
28.13%
Protein:44.54g
89.09%
Vitamin C:109.78mg
133.06%
Vitamin B3:19.77mg
98.84%
Vitamin B6:1.64mg
81.94%
Selenium:56.25µg
80.36%
Phosphorus:520.73mg
52.07%
Vitamin A:2051.88IU
41.04%
Fiber:9.79g
39.14%
Folate:155.4µg
38.85%
Potassium:1236.59mg
35.33%
Vitamin B5:3.09mg
30.85%
Magnesium:117.87mg
29.47%
Manganese:0.52mg
26.23%
Vitamin B1:0.38mg
25.45%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.52%
Iron:3.17mg
17.63%
Vitamin E:2.49mg
16.61%
Zinc:2.3mg
15.33%
Copper:0.25mg
12.62%
Vitamin K:10.77µg
10.25%
Calcium:73.72mg
7.37%
Vitamin B12:0.35µg
5.87%
Vitamin D:0.18µg
1.17%