Grilled Chili Lime Chicken Fajita Salad
Grilled Chili Lime Chicken Fajita Salad is a colorful and flavorful dish that seamlessly combines zesty lime, spicy chili, and juicy grilled chicken with crisp vegetables. Ideal for any occasion, this salad brings together a delicious array of textures and tastes, making it a satisfying yet healthy choice for lunch or dinner. Whether you’re entertaining guests at a summer barbecue or enjoying a quick weeknight meal, this easy-to-make salad is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken thigh fillets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 100 ml lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 cloves garlic (crushed)
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper (sliced)
- 1/2 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 5 cups Romaine lettuce (washed and dried)
- 2 avocados (sliced)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, crushed garlic, and spices. Pour half the marinade over the chicken in a shallow dish and let it marinate for at least two hours.
- Heat oil in a grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside to rest.
- Sauté sliced peppers and onion in the same pan until tender.
- Assemble the salad by layering Romaine lettuce, avocado slices, grilled vegetables, and sliced chicken on a serving platter. Drizzle with reserved marinade and garnish with cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg