Description
A refreshing and healthy salad featuring grilled balsamic chicken, creamy avocado, and fresh mozzarella, drizzled with a balsamic reduction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, cubed
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken breasts in balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill the chicken over medium heat for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced avocados, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella.
- Add the sliced chicken on top of the salad mixture.
- Drizzle with additional balsamic vinegar if desired and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with grilled tofu.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like cucumbers or bell peppers.
- This salad can be served warm or cold.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Balsamic Chicken, Avocado, Caprese Salad, Healthy Salad, Grilled Chicken