Description
Celebrate summer with this Flag Day Grilled Chicken Salad with Berries, a vibrant dish bursting with flavor and texture. Tender grilled chicken pairs beautifully with sweet, juicy berries and crisp salad greens, creating a delightful experience perfect for any occasion. Ideal for picnics or family gatherings, this salad is as visually appealing as it is delicious, making every bite feel like a festive treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 cups mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- ½ red onion (thinly sliced)
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest for five minutes before slicing.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens and fresh berries.
- Gently fold in red onion and feta cheese into the berry mixture.
- Whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl; drizzle over the salad just before serving.
- Top the salad with sliced grilled chicken and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (300g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg