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Arugula Salad with Grilled Chicken

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A delightful Arugula Salad with Grilled Chicken featuring fresh greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and a homemade balsamic dressing.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups arugula
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted
  • 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep your chicken: Season boneless, skinless chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Grill for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked.
  2. Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until golden and fragrant.
  3. Prepare the arugula in a large bowl, ensuring it’s clean and dry.
  4. Add in the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, and red onions.
  5. Create the dressing by whisking olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper in a bowl or jar.
  6. Toss the salad with the dressing until well coated.
  7. Add sliced grilled chicken on top, then sprinkle the toasted walnuts and crumbled feta.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with roasted chickpeas or grilled tofu.

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Keywords: arugula salad, grilled chicken, healthy salad, Mediterranean recipes, summer salad

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