Grilled Chicken Blueberry Salad
Elevate your salad game with this Grilled Chicken Blueberry Salad, a vibrant and nutritious dish that perfectly balances savory, sweet, and tangy flavors. Tender, smoky grilled chicken breasts are paired with a refreshing medley of spring mix greens, juicy blueberries, crunchy candied pecans, and creamy crumbled feta cheese. Drizzled with a homemade balsamic vinaigrette infused with honey and Dijon mustard, this salad is both light and satisfying—ideal for a quick lunch or an impressive dinner option. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe celebrates seasonal ingredients while offering high-protein goodness without compromising on flavor. A wholesome, colorful feast for all salad lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 5 cups Spring mix greens
- 1 cup Fresh blueberries
- 0.5 cup Candied pecans
- 0.5 cup Crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt (for dressing)
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (for dressing)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil (for dressing)
Instructions
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Rub the chicken breasts with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice into thin strips.
In a large salad bowl, combine the spring mix greens, blueberries, candied pecans, and crumbled feta cheese.
In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, and 3 tablespoons of olive oil until emulsified.
Arrange the grilled chicken slices over the salad and drizzle with the balsamic dressing.
Toss gently to combine or serve with the dressing on the side.
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and flavorful salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
492 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.7 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 87 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 1015 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.4 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.6 g | ||
| Protein | 32.1 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 109 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 407 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
