Chicken and Couscous Salad
Grilled chicken breast, couscous, and crisp vegetables, tossed together with a zesty vinaigrette, healthy recipe for athletes, easy to make


Step 1/4
Prepare Chicken and Couscous
- 150g Chicken Breast
- 1 tsp Olive Oil
- 1/2 tsp Paprika
- 1/4 tsp Oregano
- 50g Cous Cous
- 60mL Chicken Broth
Season chicken with paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and add diced chicken breast, cooking for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until chicken is cooked all the way through. Set aside. In a small saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in the dry couscous. Cover and let it sit for about 5 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed. Fluff the couscous with a fork and set aside to cool slightly.
Step 2/4
Combine Salad Ingredients
- 1/2 Medium Cucumber
- 1/4 Red Bell Pepper
- 40g Cherry Tomato
- 30g Mixed Greens
- 1/2 small red onion
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, diced cucumber, diced red bell pepper, halved cherry tomatoes, mixed greens, and thinly sliced red onion.
Step 3/4
Prepare Dressing
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
- 2 tsp Olive Oil
- 1/4 tsp Oregano
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice and two teaspoons of olive oil to make the dressing. Season with oregano, salt, and pepper to taste.
Step 4/4
Assemble and Serve
Add the cooked couscous to the salad ingredients in the mixing bowl. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated. Transfer the salad to a serving plate or bowl, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy!
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