In a world where healthy eating is becoming increasingly important, salads are one of the best ways to combine essential nutrients into a quick, tasty, and easy-to-prepare meal. Today, we’re offering a fresh salad recipe that will not only satisfy your hunger but also provide an excellent source of protein and vitamins, all complemented by the unmistakable freshness of microgreens.
Ingredients:
- 150g chicken breast, grilled or baked
- 100g mixed green salad
- 50g sunflower or radish microgreens
- 1 ripe avocado
- 10-12 cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 large cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 2 tablespoons seeds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: a light yogurt and herb dressing
Preparation:
1. Preparing the chicken breast:
- Grill or bake the chicken breast with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Once slightly cooled, slice it thinly or cut into cubes.
2. Preparing the vegetables and microgreens:
- Thoroughly wash the green salad, microgreens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the cucumber, and julienne the carrot.
- Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and dice the flesh.
3. Assembling the salad:
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed green salad, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, carrot, and avocado.
- Sprinkle the grilled chicken strips and roasted pumpkin seeds on top.
- Add the sunflower or radish microgreens on top for extra freshness and texture.
4. Dressing:
- In a small bowl, mix the olive oil with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss all the ingredients to combine.
Why add microgreens to your salad?
Microgreens aren’t just a trendy ingredient; they are a rich source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. In this salad, microgreens add a note of freshness and a mildly spicy flavor (in the case of radish) or a delicate nutty taste (in the case of sunflower), perfectly complementing the other ingredients.
Conclusion
This fresh salad with chicken breast and microgreens is more than just a simple meal—it’s a true treat for the senses. With a perfect balance of proteins, healthy fats, and fibers, it’s ideal for a light lunch or a quick dinner. Additionally, microgreens provide a significant nutrient boost, transforming this salad into an exceptionally healthy and delicious option.
Try this recipe and enjoy a dish full of color, freshness, and flavor that will energize you for the entire day!
