Chef Emma's Quick & Healthy is a vibrant, satisfying meal packed with flavor and nutrients. This wholesome dish combines tender chicken, creamy avocado, protein-rich chickpeas, and fresh greens, making it the perfect choice for a light lunch or dinner that fuels your body and delights your taste buds. It’s a testament to how simple ingredients can create something truly spectacular and nourishing!
📜 Ingredients
For the Salad:
2 cups mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, or romaine)
1 (6 oz) cooked halal chicken breast, sliced or shredded
1 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
2 large hard-boiled eggs, halved
1 ripe avocado, sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup green olives, pitted and halved (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Pinch of black pepper
Pinch of sea salt
For the Lemon Herb Vinaigrette:
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
📝 Instructions
- Prepare your greens: Wash and thoroughly dry the mixed salad greens. Place them as the base in a large serving bowl or individual bowls.
- Arrange the toppings: Artfully arrange the sliced cooked chicken breast, rinsed chickpeas, halved hard-boiled eggs, sliced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, and halved green olives (if using) over the bed of greens.
- Make the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, sea salt, black pepper, and dried oregano until well combined.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle the lemon herb vinaigrette generously over the arranged salad ingredients.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and a final pinch of black pepper and sea salt over the eggs and avocado. Serve immediately and enjoy every wholesome bite!
💡 Chef's Tips
- Meal Prep Marvel: This power bowl is fantastic for meal prepping! Store the dressing separately and add it right before serving to keep the greens crisp and fresh throughout the week.
- Crunch Factor: For an extra layer of texture and nutrients, sprinkle a handful of toasted sunflower seeds or chopped walnuts over your salad before serving. It adds a delightful crunch!
