Protein Power Salad with Chicken, Eggs & Cheese
Discover the Protein Power Salad with Chicken, Eggs & Cheese – a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish perfect for any meal of the day. This quick and easy salad is loaded with protein from grilled chicken and hard-boiled eggs, complemented by a colorful mix of fresh vegetables and creamy cheese. Ideal for lunches, post-workout snacks, or light dinners, this salad is not only satisfying but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether you enjoy it as a main dish or in a wrap, this recipe is your go-to option for a wholesome meal that energizes you.
- 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 or mozzarella)
- 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 or vinaigrette)
Instructions
- Boil the eggs for 9-10 minutes until hard-boiled. Peel and slice them in half.
- Grill or pan-sear the chicken breast until fully cooked. Season as desired and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Prepare the veggies: slice cucumbers, halve cherry tomatoes, and chop red onion.
- In a mixing bowl or plate, layer greens at the bottom followed by veggies, cheese cubes, chicken pieces, and egg halves.
- Season with salt and pepper and drizzle with dressing just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 185mg