Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken Avocado Orzo Salad with Honey Mustard Bacon Dressing
Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken Avocado Orzo Salad with Honey Mustard Bacon Dressing is a vibrant and satisfying dish, perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight meals. This salad features succulent grilled chicken marinated in zesty lemon and fresh herbs, creamy avocado, and tender orzo pasta, all tossed together in a sweet and tangy honey mustard bacon dressing. With its colorful presentation and delicious flavors, this salad is sure to impress your family and friends while tantalizing your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 large lemons (zested and juiced)
- 1 cup mixed fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, basil)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 ripe avocados (diced)
- 6 slices crispy bacon (crumbled)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate chicken breasts in lemon juice, zest, and mixed herbs for at least one hour.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for about 6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let rest.
- Cook orzo in salted boiling water according to package instructions; drain.
- In a large bowl, gently combine cooked orzo, diced avocados, and crumbled bacon.
- Whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- Slice grilled chicken and toss with the salad mixture and dressing until well combined.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg