Grilled Chicken Salad with Radishes, Cucumbers, and Tarragon Pesto

Dairy Free
Health score
31%
Grilled Chicken Salad with Radishes, Cucumbers, and Tarragon Pesto
45 min.
4
417kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner experience with a vibrant and delicious Grilled Chicken Salad? This dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of fresh flavors and wholesome ingredients. Imagine tender, juicy grilled chicken breast, perfectly seasoned and served atop a bed of mixed baby greens, crisp radishes, and refreshing Japanese cucumbers. Each bite is a delightful combination of textures and tastes that will leave you feeling satisfied yet light.

What truly sets this salad apart is the homemade tarragon pesto, a fragrant blend of fresh herbs, pine nuts, and zesty lemon juice. This dairy-free pesto adds a burst of flavor that complements the grilled chicken beautifully, making it a standout feature of the dish. Plus, the addition of grilled country-style bread provides a satisfying crunch that rounds out the meal perfectly.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, this Grilled Chicken Salad is ideal for busy weeknights or leisurely weekend lunches. It serves four, making it perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner with friends. Not only is it delicious, but it’s also packed with nutrients, offering a balanced meal that’s rich in protein and healthy fats. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your taste buds with this delightful culinary creation!

Ingredients

  •  chicken breast halves boneless
  • cup cucumber thinly sliced ()
  • teaspoons juice of lemon fresh divided
  • ounce the salad mixed
  • tablespoons olive oil divided for brushing ()
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh italian packed ()
  • tablespoons pinenuts divided
  • cup radishes thinly sliced (from 1 large bunch)
  • teaspoons shallots chopped
  • 4.5 inch sourdough bread french country-style
  • 0.3 cup tarragon fresh packed chopped ()

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • grill

Directions

  1. Place 1/4 cup tarragon leaves, parsley,2 tablespoons pine nuts, 1 teaspoonlemon juice, and shallot in mini processor;chop coarsely. With machine running,gradually add 3 tablespoons olive oil.Season pesto to taste with salt and pepper.
  2. Add more olive oil by teaspoonfuls tothin, if necessary.
  3. Whisk 2 teaspoons chopped tarragon,remaining 4 teaspoons lemon juice, and3 tablespoons oil in small bowl. Seasondressing with salt and pepper.
  4. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
  5. Brush chicken breasts on both sides withoil.
  6. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grilluntil grill marks form, skin is crisp, andchicken is cooked through, 7 to 8 minutesper side.
  7. Transfer to work surface; letrest 5 minutes. Using clean brush, brushboth sides of bread with oil.
  8. Sprinkle withsalt and pepper. Grill until dark-browngrill marks appear on both sides, 2 to 3minutes per side.
  9. Place greens, radishes, and cucumbersin large bowl. Toss with dressing. Seasonto taste with salt and pepper. Divide saladamong 4 plates.
  10. Cut grilled chicken breasts crosswiseinto 1/3-inch-thick slices. Arrange 1 slicedchicken breast atop salad on each plate.Spoon tarragon pesto over chicken.
  11. Sprinkle remaining 2 tablespoons pinenuts over salads.
  12. Serve with grilledbread slices.
  13. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories417kcal
Protein25.91%
Fat66.45%
Carbs7.64%

Properties

Glycemic Index
64.88
Glycemic Load
2.42
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
25.084347890771%

Flavonoids

Pelargonidin
18.31mg
Eriodictyol
0.31mg
Hesperetin
0.9mg
Naringenin
0.09mg
Apigenin
8.1mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.31mg
Myricetin
0.56mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:416.68kcal
20.83%
Fat:31.22g
48.03%
Saturated Fat:4.13g
25.8%
Carbohydrates:8.08g
2.69%
Net Carbohydrates:6.54g
2.38%
Sugar:1.76g
1.95%
Cholesterol:72.32mg
24.11%
Sodium:174.35mg
7.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.39g
54.78%
Vitamin K:82.56µg
78.63%
Vitamin B3:12.99mg
64.93%
Manganese:1.27mg
63.61%
Selenium:37.56µg
53.65%
Vitamin B6:1.01mg
50.56%
Phosphorus:337.66mg
33.77%
Vitamin C:24.09mg
29.2%
Vitamin E:4.23mg
28.17%
Potassium:781.91mg
22.34%
Magnesium:79.7mg
19.93%
Vitamin B5:1.85mg
18.47%
Vitamin A:915.52IU
18.31%
Iron:2.87mg
15.97%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.69%
Folate:52.48µg
13.12%
Copper:0.25mg
12.59%
Zinc:1.71mg
11.43%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.12%
Calcium:67.68mg
6.77%
Fiber:1.54g
6.16%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.77%
Source:Epicurious