Description
BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight dinners. This delightful salad features tender, marinated grilled chicken skewers, paired with a variety of fresh vegetables and a creamy herby ranch dressing. The smoky flavor from the BBQ chicken complements the crispness of romaine lettuce, sweet corn, and juicy grape tomatoes, creating a satisfying meal that’s both healthy and delicious. With its customizable ingredients, this salad is sure to impress your family and friends while keeping you energized throughout the day.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons avocado oil
- 2 cups BBQ sauce
- 8 cups thinly sliced romaine lettuce
- 4 ears corn
- 1 avocado
- Fresh herbs (cilantro, dill, parsley)
- Black beans
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in avocado oil, salt, and BBQ sauce for at least 20 minutes.
- Prepare the herby ranch dressing by blending avocado oil, egg, coconut milk, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, onion powder, garlic, dill, parsley, and black pepper until creamy. Refrigerate.
- Grill marinated chicken skewers and corn over medium-high heat until cooked through.
- In a large bowl, combine lettuce, green onions, tomatoes, black beans, herbs, and diced avocado. Toss with dressing.
- Serve salad topped with grilled chicken skewers.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 445
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 96mg