Protein Power Salad with Chicken, Eggs & Cheese
Elevate your mealtime with this Protein Power Salad with Chicken, Eggs & Cheese—a vibrant and nutritious dish perfect for any occasion. Packed with protein from grilled chicken and hard-boiled eggs, this salad not only fuels your body but delights your taste buds with colorful fresh veggies and creamy cheese. Whether you’re seeking a light lunch to energize your day or a hearty post-workout meal, this customizable salad is both satisfying and easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Boiling
- Cuisine: American
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
- 1 red onion, chopped
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Dressing of choice (balsamic, ranch, vinaigrette)
Instructions
- Boil the eggs for 9-10 minutes until firm. Peel and halve them after boiling.
- Grill or pan-sear the chicken breast until fully cooked, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Slice the cucumbers and cherry tomatoes; dice the red onion.
- In a large bowl, layer the mixed greens followed by the veggies, cheese cubes, grilled chicken, and boiled eggs.
- Season with salt and pepper; drizzle your favorite dressing before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 295mg