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Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken Avocado Orzo Salad

Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken Avocado Orzo Salad for Fresh Flavor

Enjoy a delicious Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken Avocado Orzo Salad bursting with flavor and healthy ingredients.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces orzo pasta or quinoa for gluten-free
  • 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or fresh herbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh minced garlic
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 piece avocado ripe
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 4 slices bacon or turkey bacon
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard or yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or white vinegar

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Large Pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • shallow dish
  • whisk

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and cool.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  3. Place chicken in a resealable bag. Add marinade, seal, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  5. In a large bowl, combine cooled orzo, avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley. Toss gently.
  6. Mix bacon, mayonnaise, honey, mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.
  7. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss to coat. Top with sliced grilled chicken and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients. Add dressing just before serving to maintain crispness.

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