Description
This BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad is a fresh and vibrant meal featuring tender, juicy chicken marinated with smoky spices, grilled to perfection, and served over a colorful mix of crisp vegetables. Enhanced with a zesty natural dressing and plant-based feta cheese, it makes a healthy, flavorful option perfect for lunch or a light dinner.
Ingredients
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Marinade
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (natural)
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (natural)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (natural)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Chicken Skewers
- 2 boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Wooden or metal skewers
Salad Base
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cucumber slices
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion slices
- 1 cup grilled bell peppers, sliced
Toppings & Dressing
- 1/2 cup plant-based feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons natural gelling agent-based dressing (olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined to create a smoky and tangy marinade.
- Marinate the Chicken: Cut the boneless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and place them into the marinade. Toss to coat evenly and let them soak for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight in the refrigerator for deeper flavor.
- Thread Chicken onto Skewers: Carefully thread the marinated chicken pieces onto wooden or metal skewers, leaving small spaces between each piece to ensure even cooking.
- Grill the Skewers: Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is fully cooked with a slight char on the edges.
- Prepare the Salad Base: While the chicken cooks, combine mixed salad greens, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, red onion slices, and grilled bell peppers in a large bowl to form a fresh, colorful base.
- Assemble the Salad: Place the grilled chicken skewers over the salad bed, sprinkle with plant-based feta cheese and fresh parsley, then drizzle the natural gelling agent-based dressing evenly over the top.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken overnight for enhanced flavor infusion.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes beforehand to prevent burning during grilling.
- Cut chicken pieces uniformly to ensure even cooking on the skewers.
- Use fresh and high-quality vegetables for the best taste and texture.
- Incorporate a variety of colorful vegetables to boost visual appeal and nutrients.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: BBQ chicken salad, grilled chicken skewers, healthy salad, plant-based feta salad, smoky chicken salad, summer salad, quick lunch, light dinner
