Fresh Flavours Of The Costa Blanca: Grilled Chicken And Watermelon Summer Salad

Summer in a bowl: refreshing, nutrient-dense, and airy. That’s this salad. The grilled chicken, avocado, and homemade dressing are all perfectly complementary to the juicy sweetness of the...

July 9, 2025 One Min Read

Summer in a bowl: refreshing, nutrient-dense, and airy. That’s this salad. The grilled chicken, avocado, and homemade dressing are all perfectly complementary to the juicy sweetness of the watermelon. Perfect for refuelling after a swim or for lunch because it is high in protein and fibre.

Grilled Chicken And Watermelon Summer Salad
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Serves: 2 Prep Time: 10m Cooking Time: 10-12m 10-12m

Nutrition facts: 200 calories 20 grams fat

Rating: 5.0/5
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Ingredients

2x boneless, skinless chicken breasts

2 cups of cubed watermelon

4 cups of mixed salad green, for example, rocket and spinach

1/4 cup crumbled feta (optional)

1/4 red onion, thinly sliced

1/2 avocado, sliced up

Fresh mint or basil leaves, chopped

Olive oil spray

Salt & pepper to taste

Dressing

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp balsamic vinegar or lime juice

1 tsp honey

pinch of salt

Instructions

Season & Grill the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill on a BBQ or griddle pan for 5-6 minutes per side or until fully cooked. Let it rest and then slice.

Make up the salad: In a large bowl or platter, layer the salad greens, watermelon, red onion, avocado, and feta. Top with sliced grilled chicken.

Make the dressing: Whisk together olive oil, balsamic or lime juice, honey, and a pinch of salt, then drizzle over the salad

Finish with fresh herbs: Sprinkle chopped mint on top for a summery touch

Author: Melissa Williams

Hi, I’m Melissa, a creative writer and ESL teacher with a passion for storytelling. I started writing fiction when I was young, and I eventually discovered that I loved performing, working all over the Costa Blanca as a semi-professional singer. I now write articles that I hope will inspire and engage readers by using my creativity. Whether I'm sharing personal insights or delving into local culture, I try to produce content that is relatable and meaningful. working as a creator of events and features.