Tandoori-Grilled Chicken Salad with Lemon-Balsamic Dressing
Tandoori-Grilled Chicken Salad with Lemon-Balsamic Dressing pairs smoky, spice-rubbed chicken with crisp lettuce, tomatoes, and crunchy radishes for a bold, fresh bite. The lemon and balsamic notes brighten the heat from chili and hot sauce, creating a lively balance of tang and warmth. Ideal for a light dinner or a vibrant lunch when you want something refreshing yet satisfying.
- Prep35 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Tandoori-Grilled Chicken Salad with Lemon-Balsamic Dressing, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 58 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityFair
- 47 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 48
- Heart Health
- 88
- Metabolic
- 59
- Digestive
- 51
- Inflammatory
- 71
- Performance
- 64
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat an outdoor grill to high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 2
Make the chicken: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, tandoori paste, chili powder, hot sauce, lemon juice, coriander, oregano, and balsamic vinegar. Brush the sauce all over the chicken until coated; discard any remaining sauce.
- 3
Grill the chicken over the preheated grill until it is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 10 to 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove from the grill and slice.
- 4
While the chicken cooks, make the dressing: Mix lemon juice, vinegar, hot sauce, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- 5
Make the salad: In a large bowl, combine lettuce, tomatoes, onion, carrots, radishes, carrots, and bell pepper.
- 6
Remove the chicken from the grill. Slice the chicken and add it to the salad. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Calories 608.92 kcal High 30%
- Protein 59.78 g Good Source 120%
- Carbohydrate 38.46 g 14%
- Total Fat 24.77 g High 32%
- Saturated Fat 2.44 g Moderate 12%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 141.4 mg High 47%
- Sodium 1214.74 mg High 53%
- Dietary Fiber 11.42 g Good Source 41%
- Total Sugars 8.23 g --
- Added Sugars 0.17 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 240.31 mg Moderate 18%
- Iron 15.03 mg Good Source 84%
- Potassium 636.63 mg Moderate 14%
- Vitamin A 1000.96 mcg Good Source 111%
- Vitamin C 41.56 mg Good Source 46%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Tandoori Grilled Chicken Salad with Lemon Balsamic Dressing is an Indian dinner recipe made with 16 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, and Chili Powder. Each serving provides about 608.92 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Tandoori-Grilled Chicken Salad with Lemon-Balsamic Dressing?
- It is an Indian salad recipe made with 16 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Tandoori-Grilled Chicken Salad with Lemon-Balsamic Dressing made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Chicken Breast, Chili Powder, Diced Green Bell Pepper. The full list of 16 is above.
- What goes well with Tandoori-Grilled Chicken Salad with Lemon-Balsamic Dressing?
- Explore these Indian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Tandoori-Grilled Chicken Salad with Lemon-Balsamic Dressing?
- About 45 mins in total: 35 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 608.92 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Tandoori-Grilled Chicken Salad with Lemon-Balsamic Dressing easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 16 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Tandoori-Grilled Chicken Salad with Lemon-Balsamic Dressing healthy?
- Tandoori-Grilled Chicken Salad with Lemon-Balsamic Dressing has an easyChef Pro health score of 63/100. Per serving, it provides 608.92 calories and 59.78 g of protein, or 120% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1214.74 mg (53% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.44 g (12% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Tomatoes, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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