Grilled chicken with fresh summer salad

A Light & Healthy Meal for Hot Days

Looking for a healthy and refreshing dinner option for those warm summer nights when you just don’t feel like cooking heavy meals? Our grilled chicken with fresh summer salad is the perfect combination of lean protein, fiber, and flavor. It’s quick to prepare, nutritious, and an excellent choice if you’re working towards weight management goals.

This dish is ideal for bariatric surgery patients, those following a low-calorie diet, or anyone who wants to eat well without compromising taste. The best part? You can prepare extra portions and enjoy it as a healthy lunch the next day.

Why This Recipe is Great for Weight Loss

• High in protein: Keeps you feeling full longer and supports muscle health.

• Packed with fiber: Chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and mint provide gut-friendly fiber for better digestion.

• Low in calories: A light, refreshing meal perfect for summer evenings.

• Easy and quick: Ready in under 20 minutes with simple ingredients.

Ingredients (Serves 2–4)

• 2 x 125g chicken breast fillets

• 1 teaspoon paprika, plus 1 teaspoon extra

• 400g can chickpeas, rinsed and drained

• 1 Lebanese cucumber, diced

• 3 Roma tomatoes, diced

• ¼ cup chopped fresh mint

• ¼ cup crumbled low-fat feta cheese

Method

1. Sprinkle chicken fillets with 1 teaspoon paprika. Set aside.

2. In a large bowl, add chickpeas and lightly crush with a fork, keeping some texture.

3. Add cucumber, tomatoes, mint, and feta to the bowl. Season with black pepper and mix well. Set aside.

4. Spray a large non-stick frying pan with cooking oil and heat over medium-high. Cook chicken fillets for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.

5. Sprinkle the chickpea salad with the extra teaspoon of paprika, then divide between serving plates.

6. Serve the grilled chicken alongside the fresh salad.

Nutritional Benefits

• Calories: Approximately 350–400 per serving

• Protein: High – essential for muscle repair and satiety

• Fat: Low, with healthy fats from feta and olive oil spray

• Fiber: Excellent source from chickpeas and vegetables

Tips for Meal Prep

• Double the recipe for healthy lunches during the week.

• Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra freshness.

• Pair with sparkling water for a light summer meal.

Perfect for Your Weight Loss Journey

At Brisbane Obesity Clinic, we encourage our patients to enjoy delicious, healthy meals that support long-term weight management. Whether you’ve had bariatric surgery or are simply focused on eating better, recipes like this can make healthy eating enjoyable.

If you’re on a healthy eating journey or considering gastric sleeve or bypass surgery, our team is here to help!

📞 Contact us today at (07) 3871 2277 or Make an appointment.