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Blackberry Chicken Salad with Avocado & Walnut Recipe

Blackberry Chicken Salad with Avocado & Walnut Recipe

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5 from 8 reviews

This Blackberry Chicken Salad with Avocado & Walnut is a vibrant and flavorful dish featuring grilled chicken, fresh blackberries, creamy avocado, and crunchy walnuts, all tossed in a homemade blackberry balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect for a light and satisfying lunch or dinner option.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 large salads

Ingredients

Salad:

  • ½ lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 6 cups spring mix lettuce
  • 1 cup fresh blackberries
  • 1 medium avocado, sliced
  • ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts

Dressing:

  • ½ cup fresh blackberries
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook chicken: In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook chicken until done. Let it rest.
  2. Prepare salad: In a large bowl, layer lettuce, blackberries, avocado, onion, and walnuts.
  3. Make dressing: In a small bowl, mash blackberries and whisk in remaining dressing ingredients.
  4. Assemble: Slice chicken, arrange on top of the salad, drizzle with dressing, and serve.

Notes

  • Grilling the chicken adds extra flavor.
  • Ensure blackberries are mashed well for a smooth dressing.
  • For meal prep, store dressing and salad components separately.
  • Author: Martha
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: salad
  • Method: sauté
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 large salad
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 380mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg