Mediterranean Grilled Chicken & Chayote Salad with Lemon-Herb Dressing

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken breasts
• 2 chayote, thinly sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, halved
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 4 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Lettuce leaves (for serving)

Instructions

1. Prepare the lemon-herb dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
2. Grill chicken breasts until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
3. In a large bowl, combine chayote, tomatoes, cucumber, olives, parsley, and mint.
4. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently.
5. Arrange lettuce leaves on plates. Top with the salad and sliced grilled chicken.