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Protein Power Salad with Chicken, Eggs & Cheese

Protein Power Salad with Chicken, Eggs & Cheese


  • Author: Elliana
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 2

Description

Discover the Protein Power Salad with Chicken, Eggs & Cheese, a vibrant and fulfilling dish perfect for any meal. This salad combines tender grilled chicken, creamy cheese, and hard-boiled eggs, all nestled among fresh greens and colorful veggies. With its high protein content, this salad serves as an excellent choice for a quick lunch, post-workout meal, or light dinner. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s customizable to suit your taste preferences or what you have on hand. Enjoy it fresh or prepare it ahead for easy meal prep throughout the week.


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
  • Red onion, chopped
  • 1 cup shredded carrots (optional)
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Dressing of choice

Instructions

  1. Boil eggs for 9-10 minutes until hard-boiled; peel and halve.
  2. Grill or pan-sear seasoned chicken until fully cooked; chop into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Slice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, chop onion, and shred carrots if using.
  4. Layer mixed greens in a bowl; top with cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, carrots, cheese cubes, chicken pieces, and egg halves.
  5. Season with salt and pepper; drizzle dressing before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Boiling and Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 350g)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 280mg

Keywords: Experiment with different dressings to find your favorite flavor combination. Add nuts or seeds for extra crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.