Description
Experience the refreshing taste of summer with this Chicken Blueberry Feta Salad. Perfect for gatherings or a light weekday meal, this vibrant salad combines succulent grilled chicken, sweet blueberries, and creamy feta cheese over a bed of crisp mixed greens. Tossed in a homemade balsamic vinaigrette, each bite bursts with flavor while being packed with nutrition. Not only is it quick to prepare—taking just 30 minutes—but it’s also versatile enough to serve as a main dish or a delightful side.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups spring mix greens
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 6 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the vinaigrette by combining olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, honey, salt, and pepper in a bowl or mason jar. Whisk or shake until well blended.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill over high heat for 6-8 minutes on each side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Let rest before slicing.
- In a large bowl, layer spring mix greens, then add blueberries, dried cranberries, chopped cucumber, red onion, and crumbled feta. Top with sliced grilled chicken.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (about 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg