Description
A delicious recipe for Grilled Chicken Salad with a flavorful Blueberry Balsamic Vinaigrette dressing. This salad is a perfect combination of tender grilled chicken, mixed greens, fresh berries, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy pecans.
Ingredients
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For Blueberry Balsamic Dressing/Marinade:
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For Salad:
- 1 pound chicken breasts, pounded or sliced horizontally to about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick
- Mixed salad greens (about 1 1/2-2 bags, or 8-12 oz. total)
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 4 ounces goat cheese
- 4 Tablespoons chopped pecans, lightly toasted if desired
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: Combine the dressing ingredients in a blender or food processor until emulsified.
- Marinate the Chicken: Marinate the chicken in a portion of the dressing for at least 20 minutes.
- Grill the Chicken: Grill the chicken for 3-5 minutes per side until fully cooked. Brush with extra dressing while cooking.
- Rest and Slice: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Assemble the Salad: Divide salad ingredients among plates or in a bowl. Top with sliced chicken and additional dressing.
Notes
- You can customize the salad by adding other seasonal fruits or nuts.
- Adjust the sweetness of the dressing by varying the amount of maple syrup or honey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 450 kcal
- Sugar: Approximately 12g
- Sodium: Approximately 400mg
- Fat: Approximately 30g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 15g
- Fiber: Approximately 4g
- Protein: Approximately 35g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 90mg
