Protein Power Salad with Chicken, Eggs & Cheese
Revitalize your meal routine with the Protein Power Salad with Chicken, Eggs & Cheese. This colorful and protein-packed dish is perfect for a quick lunch, post-workout refuel, or light dinner. Featuring tender grilled chicken, creamy hard-boiled eggs, and a medley of fresh vegetables, this salad not only delivers on taste but also on nutrition. Customize it with your favorite veggies or dressings for a personal touch that will keep your taste buds excited. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can enjoy a satisfying meal that supports your active lifestyle.
- 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 vinaigrette or ranch)
Instructions
- Boil the eggs for 9-10 minutes until fully cooked. Peel and slice in half.
- Grill or pan-sear the chicken breast until cooked through; season as desired and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Chop cucumbers, halve cherry tomatoes, and chop the red onion. If using carrots, shred them into thin strips.
- In a large bowl or plate, layer the romaine or mixed greens as your base.
- Top with prepared veggies, cheese cubes, chopped chicken pieces, and egg halves arranged nicely.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and drizzle your favorite dressing just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 280mg