Grilled Chicken and Vegetable Arugula Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
20%
Grilled Chicken and Vegetable Arugula Salad
10 min.
4
292kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful and nutritious meal that comes together in just 10 minutes, look no further than this Grilled Chicken and Vegetable Arugula Salad! Perfectly suited for those seeking a gluten-free option, this salad strikes a balance between vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. The star of the dish is tender chicken cutlets, seasoned and grilled to perfection, providing a satisfying protein boost that everyone will love.

Enhanced by the freshness of baby arugula and a medley of colorful grilled vegetables—including juicy plum tomatoes, zucchini, and red onions—this salad is not only visually appealing but also loaded with nutrients. Tossed in a light balsamic vinaigrette, this dish offers a zesty kick while keeping the calorie count at just 292 per serving, making it an excellent choice for both light lunches and hearty dinners.

Whether enjoyed as a main course or a side dish, this salad is incredibly versatile. It’s best served immediately for optimal flavor, but leftovers can make a refreshing lunch the next day, simply by packing the components separately. So fire up your grill, grab your ingredients, and treat yourself to a deliciously healthy meal that doesn’t compromise on taste!

Ingredients

  • cups baby arugula 
  • tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette light divided (such as Newman's Own)
  • 16 ounce chicken cutlets 
  • ounces feta cheese crumbled
  •  plum tomatoes halved
  • 1.5 inch onion red (1 medium)
  • ounces zucchini cut in half lengthwise

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill

Directions

  1. Prepare grill.
  2. Brush chicken with 1 tablespoon vinaigrette.
  3. Place chicken, zucchini, and onion on a grill rack coated with cooking spray. Grill 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until chicken is done and vegetables are tender, adding tomato halves to grill rack after 2 minutes. Cook tomato 2 minutes on each side.
  4. Remove chicken and vegetables from grill.
  5. Cut chicken crosswise into thin slices; coarsely chop vegetables.
  6. Combine chicken, vegetables, and remaining 6 tablespoons vinaigrette in a large bowl, tossing to coat.
  7. Add arugula and cheese; toss gently.
  8. Serve with: Grilled Garlic Bread
  9. Serve now of later This salad is delicious served immediately, but leftovers make an equally tasty chilled lunch-to-go. Just be sure to pack the vegetable and chicken mixture, salad greens, and salad dressing in separate containers, and toss them together right before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories292kcal
Protein39.02%
Fat50.35%
Carbs10.63%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.75
Glycemic Load
1.18
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
20.950434617374%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.42mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
10.53mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
3.3mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:291.77kcal
14.59%
Fat:16.11g
24.79%
Saturated Fat:3.49g
21.83%
Carbohydrates:7.66g
2.55%
Net Carbohydrates:5.85g
2.13%
Sugar:4.58g
5.09%
Cholesterol:85.19mg
28.4%
Sodium:545.16mg
23.7%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.1g
56.21%
Vitamin B3:12.68mg
63.42%
Selenium:38.62µg
55.17%
Vitamin B6:1.07mg
53.73%
Vitamin K:40.52µg
38.59%
Phosphorus:338.21mg
33.82%
Vitamin C:24.57mg
29.79%
Vitamin A:1435.61IU
28.71%
Potassium:835.38mg
23.87%
Vitamin B5:2.06mg
20.56%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
19.07%
Magnesium:63.4mg
15.85%
Folate:61.26µg
15.32%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.48%
Calcium:141.66mg
14.17%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.43%
Zinc:1.5mg
9.97%
Vitamin B12:0.47µg
7.77%
Iron:1.33mg
7.38%
Fiber:1.81g
7.23%
Copper:0.13mg
6.25%
Vitamin E:0.77mg
5.15%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.13%
Source:My Recipes