Prep Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
- 4 cups mixed lettuce leaves, washed and torn into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup broccoli florets, blanched
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and blanched
- 2 boiled eggs, sliced
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1 cup grated cabbage
- 1/2 cup whole pecans
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
For the Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Grilled Chicken:
- Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and a little olive oil.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side or until cooked through. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing into thin strips.
2. Prepare the Vegetables:
- In a pot of boiling salted water, blanch the broccoli and green beans for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
3. Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
4. Assemble the Lunch Bowl:
- In each bowl, arrange a generous handful of mixed lettuce leaves as the base.
- Divide the grilled chicken slices, blanched broccoli, green beans, boiled egg slices, grated carrots, grated cabbage, and whole pecans evenly among the bowls.
- Drizzle the dressing over the top of each bowl.
5. Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish the bowls with fresh basil leaves for a burst of flavor and aroma.
Nutritional Information (per serving): (Note: Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients used)
- Calories: ~500 kcal
- Protein: ~35g
- Carbohydrates: ~20g
- Dietary Fiber: ~7g
- Sugars: ~10g
- Fat: ~35g
- Saturated Fat: ~5g
- Cholesterol: ~215mg
- Sodium: ~200mg
This lunch bowl is not only visually appealing but also packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients, making it a perfect choice for a healthy and satisfying meal. Enjoy!
