Protein Power Salad with Chicken, Eggs & Cheese
Enjoy a refreshing Protein Power Salad with Chicken, Eggs & Cheese that’s packed with nutrients! This vibrant dish combines tender grilled chicken and creamy hard-boiled eggs with a medley of fresh vegetables and flavorful cheese. Perfect for any meal—whether you’re looking for a quick lunch, a post-workout boost, or a light dinner. With its satisfying textures and customizable ingredients, this salad is sure to become a go-to in your meal prep rotation. Whip it up in just 20 minutes and enjoy the wholesome goodness that fuels your day!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 grilled chicken breast, cubed
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, halved
- 1 cup cheese cubes (cheddar, mozzarella, or gouda)
- 1 cup romaine or mixed greens
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Red onion, chopped
- 1 cup shredded carrots (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Dressing of choice (balsamic, ranch, vinaigrette, etc.)
Instructions
- Boil the eggs for 9–10 minutes until hard-boiled. Once cooked, peel and slice them in half.
- Grill or pan-sear the chicken breast seasoned as desired until fully cooked. Chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Slice the cucumbers and cherry tomatoes. Chop the red onion finely and prepare carrots if using.
- In a large mixing bowl or on a plate, layer the greens first. Add sliced veggies on top followed by cheese cubes, chicken pieces, and egg halves.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper over your salad to taste. Drizzle with your favorite dressing right before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 280mg