Summer Glow Salad with Herby Dressing
Here’s a fresh and flavorful summer salad recipe featuring grilled chicken, vibrant summer produce, and a zesty herby dressing.
Perfect for a light, gut-friendly meal:
Ingredients
Grilled Chicken
- 2 whole2 whole2 whole Pasture-Raised Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast - Thrive Market

- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Garlic Olive Oil - Kosterina

- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Lemon Juice
- 2 cloves2 cloves2 cloves Garlic, minced

- 1 tsp1 tsp1 tsp Oregano, Dried

- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Mint Leaves, chopped
- .5 tsp.5 tsp.5 tsp Sea Salt

- 0.25 tsp0.25 tsp0.25 tsp Black Pepper

Salad
- .5 cup.5 cup.5 cup Beets, steamed/sliced
- 0.5 cup0.5 cup0.5 cup Blueberries
- .25 cup.25 cup.25 cup Kalamata Olives, pitted, halved
- 1 cup1 cup1 cup Persian Cucumber, sliced
- .25 cup.25 cup.25 cup Mint Leaves, finely chopped
- 3 - 4 cups3 - 4 cups3 - 4 cups Lettuce, Spring Mix Salad Greens
Herby Dressing
- 2 - 3 Tbsp2 - 3 Tbsp2 - 3 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil

- 2 Tbsp2 Tbsp2 Tbsp Plant-Based Plain Yogurt
- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Lemon Juice
- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard
- 1 clove1 clove1 clove Garlic

- .25 cup.25 cup.25 cup Basil, Fresh, can use parsley or a mix

- 1 Tbsp1 Tbsp1 Tbsp Honey

- 1 pinch1 pinch1 pinch Salt and Pepper
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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl or zip-top bag, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, basil/mint, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken and coat evenly.
- Let marinate for 30 minutes to 2 hours in the fridge.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Grill chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, or until cooked through (internal temp of 165°F).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
- Add it to your loaded summer salad and drizzle with herby dressing.
- Whisk all dressing ingredients together in a small jar or bowl.
- Layer greens (if using), then top with chicken, beets, blueberries, cucumber, olives, and fresh herbs.
- Drizzle with the herby dressing just before serving.
- Toss gently and enjoy immediately!
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Dairy Free Egg Free Entrées Gluten Free Grain Free Nightshade Free Nut Free Other Paleo Poultry Salads Sauces & Dressings Shellfish Free Side Dishes Sugar Alcohol Free Whole30| This is our estimate based on online research. | |
| Calories: | 550 |
| Fat: | 34 g |
| Carbohydrates: | 37 g |
| Protein: | 25 g |
| Cholesterol: | 85 g |
| Sodium: | 1434 mg |
| Fiber: | 8 g |
| Sugars: | 19 g |
| Sugar Alcohol: | 0 g |
| Calculated per serving. | |




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