Description
Chicken Blueberry Feta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This delightful salad combines juicy grilled chicken, sweet blueberries, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed together with crisp mixed greens and drizzled in a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue, enjoying a picnic, or looking for a quick and satisfying dinner, this salad delivers on both flavor and nutrition. With its easy preparation and wholesome ingredients, it’s an ideal choice for meal prep or a light meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups spring mix greens
- 1 1/4 cups fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 6 tbsp olive oil (for vinaigrette)
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar (for vinaigrette)
- 1/2 clove garlic, minced (for vinaigrette)
- 1 tbsp honey (for vinaigrette)
- 1/4 tsp salt (for vinaigrette)
- 1/8 tsp pepper (for vinaigrette)
Instructions
- Prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, honey, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl or mason jar.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then grill over high heat for about 6-8 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let rest before slicing.
- In a large bowl, layer the spring mix greens and top with blueberries, feta cheese, red onion, cucumber, dried cranberries (optional), and grilled chicken slices.
- Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss gently to combine.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (about 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg