Fresh, salty, and oh so delicious are the makings of this delectable, healthy grilled chicken salad. Plus, its ingredients are packed with amazing health benefits and three foods listed on the Clean Fifteen list. Here are a few reasons we’re loving this filling, nutrition-packed dish:
Asparagus is a natural diuretic and a great source of nutrients, including fiber, folate and vitamins A, C and K.
Avocados are rich in monounsaturated fats, which lowers LDL (bad) cholesterol levels and helps reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Peas are a great source of vitamins C and E, zinc, plus they have other antioxidants that help strengthen your immune system.
And the spinach and arugula mix is a great base to get some dark leafy greens into your diet.
Add in some bacon (because everything is better with a little bacon), and this ill be a go-to item for this year’s lunch and dinner menus. Plus, it will help cross off a lot of those tasty cravings you may have with its crunchy, slightly saltly goodness… and it can be served both hot and cold!
Lower heat and add 1 Tbsp of olive oil, making sure entire pan is coated.
Place chicken breast in pan and cook 5-6 minutes on first side without moving.
Flip the chicken breast over with tongs or a fork and cook on the other side for 5-6 additional minutes.
Remove chicken from pan and allow chicken breast to rest for at least 5 minutes before cutting.
To roast the asparagus
Melt butter in skillet over high heat.
Add asparagus and sprinkle with lemon pepper.
Saute until golden brown (or longer, depending on how you like your asparagus)
To make the salad
Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
Layer arugula and spinach mixture, chicken, and asparagus.
Add peas and avocado slices to the top of the salad.
Drizzle or toss with the olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Top with fresh basil, salt and pepper.
Category:Dinner
Cuisine:American
Nutrition
Serving Size:4
Want to find more foods and recipes featuring the Clean Fifteen and Dirty Dozen?
Take a look at these produce shopping guides – the Clean Fifteen and the Dirty Dozen – to load up on the “cleanest” fruits and veggies for your family. Remember the Clean Fifteen feature foods that have been tested to have the least pesticide residue while the Dirty Dozen are foods that have been found to have the most and should be swapped out with organic produce when possible. Read more about it here then check out the many healthy recipes available right here on alignlife.com.
Kimberly Weaver has written for numerous health organizations over the years, covering topics of natural health, wellness, lifestyle tips, and more. As a mother of four, she is passionate about educating families on natural health solutions and creating healthy habits and recipes that kids will love too!
