Name: Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken & Edamame Salad (Ultra High Protein)
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lbs total); 2 tbsp olive oil; Zest and juice of 2 lemons; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped; 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 3 cups shelled edamame (thawed if frozen); 1 English cucumber, diced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced; 2 cups plain nonfat Greek yogurt; 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped; 2 tsp apple cider vinegar

Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken & Edamame Salad (Ultra High Protein)

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This ultra high-protein dinner is built for both flavor and fitness: juicy grilled chicken breast (marinated with lemon, rosemary, and parsley) is layered over a crunchy, vibrant edamame salad tossed in herby Greek yogurt dressing. The dish balances savory, fresh, and tangy elements with pops of color, and delivers an incredible protein boost thanks to both the lean chicken and protein-rich edamame. It’s perfect for a summer dinner in British Columbia, especially on a warm, clear evening when grilling is a must!

Ingredients

Instructions

In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon zest and juice, garlic, rosemary, parsley, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate at least 20 minutes (or up to overnight in the fridge).
Preheat grill (or grill pan) to medium-high. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear. Let rest 5 minutes, then slice thickly.
While chicken grills, combine edamame, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion in a large bowl.
In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, dill, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper to make a creamy dressing. Pour over edamame mixture and toss to coat.
To serve, divide the salad among plates, top generously with sliced grilled chicken, and garnish with extra herbs and lemon wedges if desired.