Caprese Salad with Grilled Chicken and Avocado Dressing
Our Caprese salad is a simple yet flavorful dish that combines fresh, juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella balls, and sweet red onions with grilled chicken and a creamy avocado dressing. It's the perfect summer salad for any occasion!
The Caprese salad is a classic Italian dish that originated on the island of Capri in the early 1900s. The salad is traditionally made with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil, and is often served with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Our version of the Caprese salad adds grilled chicken and a creamy avocado dressing for a more substantial and flavorful meal.
Caprese Salad with Grilled Chicken and Avocado Dressing Caprese Salad with Grilled Chicken and Avocado Dressing Caprese Salad with Grilled Chicken and Avocado Dressing Caprese Salad with Grilled Chicken and Avocado Dressing
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 12 ounces fresh mozzarella balls
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
Instructions
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chicken breasts, olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
  3. Grill the chicken breasts for 8-10 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
  4. Remove the chicken from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  5. To make the avocado dressing, combine the avocado, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a blender and blend until smooth.
  6. Assemble the salad by layering the tomatoes, mozzarella balls, red onion, grilled chicken, and avocado dressing in a bowl.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Why It Works
  • Grilling the chicken adds a smoky flavor to the salad.
  • The avocado dressing is creamy and rich, and adds a touch of sweetness to the salad.
  • The combination of fresh tomatoes, mozzarella balls, red onions, and grilled chicken makes for a colorful and flavorful salad that is perfect for any occasion.