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BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad

BBQ Chicken Skewer Salad

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A vibrant summer salad featuring juicy grilled BBQ chicken skewers served over a crisp bed of lettuce, corn, black beans, and fresh herbs, all tossed in a creamy, dairy-free herb-ranch dressing.

  • Author: François Lemoine
  • Prep Time: 20 min
  • Cook Time: 25 min
  • Total Time: 45 min
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American Fusion
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Ingredients

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2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
3 tablespoons avocado oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup BBQ sauce (such as Primal Kitchen)
12 6-inch wooden skewers (pre-soaked)
1 cup avocado oil
1 large egg
1/২ cup unsweetened full-fat coconut milk
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
২ garlic cloves (minced)
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill fronds
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 ears corn
2 tablespoons avocado oil
8 cups thinly sliced romaine lettuce (from about 2 small heads)
6 green onions (thinly sliced, green parts only)
16 ounces (about 2 cups) quartered grape tomatoes
1 (15-ounce) can black beans (drained and rinsed)
1/4 cup loosely packed, freshly chopped cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons freshly chopped basil
1 avocado (peeled, seeded, and diced into medium cubes)

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken into cubes. Marinate in avocado oil, salt, BBQ sauce for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Make dressing by blending all dressing ingredients until creamy. Refrigerate.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high. Thread chicken onto skewers.
  4. Grill skewers for 6-8 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Brush corn with oil and grill until charred. Cut kernels off cob.
  6. In a large bowl, combine lettuce, grilled corn, green onions, tomatoes, beans, cilantro, basil.
  7. Top salad with chicken skewers (or slid-off chicken) and avocado.
  8. Drizzle with dressing, toss gently, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a lighter option, use a sugar-free BBQ sauce.
  • Dairy-free Greek yogurt can be used in the dressing for a tangier version.
  • To make ahead, prepare dressing and marinate chicken up to ৪ hours before grilling.
  • Swap chicken for shrimp or tofu for a variation.

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