Grilled Lemon-Pepper Chicken Salad for 8

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 head of romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 bunch of asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Lemon wedges, for garnish

Preparation Time: 20 minutes

Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts to the bowl and turn to coat.
2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Grill the chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
4. Let the chicken breasts rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
5. In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, asparagus, red onion, feta cheese, walnuts, and parsley.
6. Add the sliced chicken breasts and toss to combine.
7. Garnish with lemon wedges and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Protein: 25 grams
• Fat: 15 grams
• Carbohydrates: 20 grams
• Fiber: 5 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Fresh and flavorful
• Light and healthy
• Perfect for a summer meal
• Can be served as a main course or side dish

User Comments:

• "This salad is absolutely delicious! The lemon-pepper chicken is grilled to perfection and the salad is so refreshing."
• "I love that this salad is easy to make and can be customized to my taste."
• "This is a perfect meal for a hot summer day."
• "My whole family enjoyed this salad. It's a winner!"
• "This salad is a great way to use up leftover grilled chicken."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have a grill, you can cook the chicken in a skillet over medium heat.
• To save time, you can use pre-cut chicken breast strips.
• If you don't have feta cheese, you can substitute another type of cheese, such as cheddar or mozzarella.
• For a more flavorful salad, add grilled vegetables, such as zucchini or bell peppers.