Grilled Chicken Brussels Sprout Leaf Salad with Parmesan, Almonds and Grapes
For a light meal, this brussels sprouts salad is perfect and pairs well with grilled chicken.
Servings 2 people
Calories 280kcal
Ingredients
Dressing
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp grainy mustard
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Salad
- 1 1/2 cups red Brussels sprouts leaves removed
- 1 1/2 cups green Brussels sprouts leaves removed
- 2 broccoli stalks shaved thin with a mandolin
- 1 red apple shaved thin with a mandolin
- 1 cup grapes halved
- 3 tbsp sliced almonds toasted
- 2 tbsp dried cherries
- 1/4 cup finely grated parmesan cheese plus more for serving if desired
Chicken
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 2 skinless boneless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
Dressing
- Mix together ingredients in a bowl until emulsified.
Salad
- Mix together ingredients in a large bowl.
Chicken
- Preheat oven to 400 F.
- Heat a medium skillet over medium high heat with olive oil. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and place presentation side down onto the pan. Cook for about 5 minutes, until nicely golden brown, and then transfer to the oven for about 8-9 minutes, or until the chicken registers 165 F.
- Remove the chicken and allow to rest for 5 minutes, then slice into pieces.
Assembly
- Dress the salad with the vinaigrette and divide between two plates. Top with the chicken breasts and additional parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 280kcal