Slavonian-style Chicken Salad

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (400g / 14oz) 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (400g / 14oz)
• 1 cucumber, diced 1 cucumber, diced
• 2 tomatoes, diced 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons (30ml) red wine vinegar
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish Fresh parsley, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories: 280 kcal / 1170 KJ
• Fat: 15g (Saturated Fat: 2g)
• Carbohydrates: 9g (Sugars: 5g)
• Protein: 27g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 0.8g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2. 2.
   Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
3. 3.
   Grill the chicken breasts for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
4. 4.
   Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Then, slice it into thin strips.
5. 5.
   In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumber, tomatoes, bell peppers, and red onion.
6. 6.
   In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
7. 7.
   Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss to coat.
8. 8.
   Add the sliced grilled chicken to the bowl and gently toss to combine.
9. 9.
   Garnish with fresh parsley.
10. 10.
    Serve the Slavonian-style Chicken Salad chilled or at room temperature.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Chicken breasts — To ensure juicy and tender chicken, marinate the chicken breasts in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before grilling. This will enhance the flavor and help to keep the meat moist during cooking.

Tips & Tricks

• For added smoky flavor, you can use a charcoal grill instead of a gas grill.
• Feel free to customize the salad by adding other vegetables such as radishes or olives.
• If you prefer a spicier dressing, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the vinaigrette.
• To save time, you can use pre-cooked grilled chicken or rotisserie chicken and simply slice it for the salad.
• This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Just add the dressing right before serving.

Serving advice

Serve the Slavonian-style Chicken Salad as a refreshing main course for lunch or dinner. It can also be served as a side dish alongside grilled meats or fish. For a complete meal, pair it with crusty bread or serve it over a bed of mixed greens.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, arrange the salad on a large platter and garnish with additional fresh herbs, such as basil or dill. Serve it with a side of crusty bread or breadsticks for a complete and satisfying meal.