Grilled Chicken Orzo Salad
This Grilled Chicken Orzo Salad is a refreshing summer dish loaded with flavor and nutrition.
Equipment
- Grill
- Pot
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 1 cup uncooked orzo
- 2 pieces grilled chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ⅓ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for grilling chicken)
- to taste Salt and pepper
For the Dressing
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, grilled chicken, avocado, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, red onion, and cilantro or parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients: olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Notes
You can add other vegetables or proteins according to your preference.