Grilled Chicken and Roasted Cherry Tomato and Zucchini Salad with Lemon Garlic Dressing

This Grilled Chicken & Roasted Cherry Tomato & Zucchini Salad is an easy yet delicious meal that is packed full of flavor! The combination of grilled chicken breast strips topped with roasted cherry tomatoes & zucchini slices is sure to please everyone at your table! The addition of a flavorful lemon garlic dressing takes this salad to the next level! Enjoy!

Cooking Equipment:

Grill pan or outdoor grill; baking sheet; parchment paper; large skillet; small bowl

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Cuisine:

Mediterranean

Keywords:

Grilled Chicken, Roasted Cherry Tomato, Zucchini, Lemon Garlic Dressing

Meal:

lunch, dinner

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Ingredients:

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

1 cup cherry tomatoes

1 zucchini, sliced into rounds For the Lemon Garlic Dressing:

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 clove garlic, minced

½ teaspoon salt

Cooking Instructions:

Preheat oven to 375°F. Place the cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 20 minutes until softened. Set aside to cool.

Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Rub the chicken breasts with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Grill for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the zucchini slices in a single layer. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until lightly browned and softened. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly before slicing into strips.

To make the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt in a small bowl until combined.

To assemble the salad, place the grilled chicken strips on top of a bed of lettuce or spinach leaves in a bowl or plate if desired. Top with roasted cherry tomatoes, zucchini strips, and drizzle with lemon garlic dressing before serving!

Nutrition:

Calories – 400 kcal; Fat – 15 g; Carbohydrates – 30 g; Protein – 30 g; Sodium – 300 mg; Fiber – 5 g

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Did You Know?

Focaccia, an Italian flatbread that is often topped with olive oil, herbs, and vegetables, is a popular staple in Mediterranean cuisine.