Description
BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad is a vibrant, mouthwatering dish that marries the smoky flavor of grilled chicken with fresh, crunchy vegetables. Perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight dinners, this salad is not just a feast for the eyes but also a powerhouse of nutrients. With its burst of flavors from BBQ chicken, garden-fresh herbs, and a creamy herby ranch dressing, it’s an ideal choice for anyone looking to enjoy a hearty yet healthy meal. Easy to prepare and customizable based on seasonal ingredients, this salad can be made ahead for effortless meal prep. Serve it family-style or in individual bowls for an inviting dining experience.
Ingredients
- Boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Avocado oil
- BBQ sauce
- Fresh romaine lettuce
- Grape tomatoes
- Black beans
- Corn on the cob
- Avocado
- Herby ranch dressing (made with avocado oil, egg, coconut milk, and fresh herbs)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken pieces in avocado oil, kosher salt, and BBQ sauce for at least 20 minutes.
- Prepare the herby ranch dressing using an immersion blender to combine avocado oil, egg, coconut milk, lemon juice, vinegar, and herbs until smooth.
- Grill marinated chicken skewers and corn until cooked through.
- Assemble by mixing lettuce, green onions, tomatoes, black beans, cilantro, basil, corn (cut from the cob), and avocado in a bowl. Toss with dressing.
- Top with grilled chicken skewers before serving.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg