Description
Protein Power Salad with Chicken, Eggs & Cheese is a vibrant and satisfying dish that packs a punch of nutrition and flavor. Perfect for any meal of the day, this salad features tender grilled chicken, creamy boiled eggs, and a medley of fresh vegetables topped with your choice of cheese. With its colorful presentation and protein-rich ingredients, this salad is not only delicious but also an excellent option for lunch, post-workout meals, or light dinners. In just 20 minutes, you can prepare this delightful salad that will keep you energized throughout the day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 grilled chicken breast, cubed
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, halved
- 1 cup cheese cubes (cheddar, mozzarella, or gouda)
- 1 cup romaine or mixed greens
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Chopped red onion to taste
- 1 cup shredded carrots (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Dressing of choice (balsamic, ranch, vinaigrette)
Instructions
- Boil the eggs for 9-10 minutes until hard-boiled. Peel and slice them in half.
- Grill or pan-sear the chicken breast; season as desired. Chop into bite-sized pieces once cooked.
- Slice cucumbers into thin rounds and halve the cherry tomatoes. Chop the red onion finely and shred carrots if using.
- In a bowl or plate, layer a base of romaine or mixed greens. Top with cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, carrots (if using), cheese cubes, chicken pieces, and egg halves.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and drizzle your favorite dressing before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling, Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 47g
- Cholesterol: 330mg