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*Grilled Chicken Mango Avocado Salad
Ingredients:
– **Chicken breasts**: 2 boneless, skinless
– **Olive oil**: 2 tablespoons (for grilling the chicken)
– **Salt and pepper**: to taste
– **Mixed greens**: 4 cups (like arugula, spinach, or a mix of both)
– **Mango**: 1 large, peeled and diced
– **Avocado**: 1 large, sliced or diced
– **Red onion**: 1/4 cup, thinly sliced
– **Cilantro**: 1/4 cup, chopped
– **Lime wedges**: for serving
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For the Dressing:
– **Olive oil**: 1/4 cup
– **Lime juice**: 2 tablespoons (freshly squeezed)
– **Honey**: 1 tablespoon
– **Salt and pepper**: to taste
– **Optional**: 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard for added tang
Instructions:
1. **Grill the Chicken:**
– Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
– Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
– Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
– Once cooked, let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice it into bite-sized pieces.
2. **Prepare the Salad:**
– In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed greens, diced mango, sliced avocado, red onion, and chopped cilantro.
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3. **Make the Dressing:**
– In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Add Dijon mustard if using. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
4. **Assemble the Salad:**
– Add the grilled chicken pieces to the salad.
– Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all the ingredients.
5. **Serve:**
– Serve the salad immediately with lime wedges on the side for extra zing. This salad can be enjoyed on its own or with a side of crusty bread.
This **Grilled Chicken Mango Avocado Salad** is a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors, making it a refreshing and satisfying meal. Enjoy! If you have any more recipe requests or questions, feel free to ask.
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