Blackberry Balsamic Grilled Chicken Salad
Blackberry Balsamic Grilled Chicken Salad is a vibrant, flavorful dish that combines succulent grilled chicken marinated in a sweet and tangy blackberry balsamic glaze with fresh greens and colorful veggies. Perfect for summer gatherings or a light weeknight meal, this salad will delight your taste buds and impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 6 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, romaine)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, pepper, and mashed blackberries to create the marinade.
- Place chicken breasts in a ziplock bag with half the marinade; seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade (discard used marinade) and grill for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- In a large bowl, toss mixed greens with cherry tomatoes and cucumber; drizzle with olive oil.
- After grilling, let chicken rest briefly before slicing. Arrange on top of the salad and drizzle with remaining marinade; sprinkle feta cheese on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Substitute blackberries with raspberries or blueberries if desired. Add seasonal veggies like zucchini or bell peppers for extra color.