Citrus Chicken Salad

By Bonnie T

Add brown rice or quinoa for a complete meal.

Ingredients

• 1/2 C fresh orange juice
• 1/2 C olive oil
• 1 large clove garlic
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 2-3 tsp lemon juice
• Sea salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• 4 boneless chicken breasts, about 1 lb
• 8 C mixed salad greens
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1 C purple or red grapes, cut in half
• 2 naval oranges, peeled and sliced
• 1/2 C toasted walnuts

Preparation

Step 1

Puree the orange juice with the olive oil, garlic, mustard and lemon juice using a blender or food processor. Add salt and pepper to taste. Measure out 3/4 C and set aside.

Marinate the chicken breasts in the remainder for at least 1/2 hour and up to 2 hours.

When ready, prepare a grill to medium heat. Grill chicken 3-4 minutes per side or until cooked through.

Meanwhile, prepare the salad by placing greens in a serving bowl. Add avocado and grapes. Toss with remaining 3/4 C marinade. When chicken is done, slice into strips and arrange artfully over the salad greens along with the orange slices. Top with walnuts and serve.