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 Updated on 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.