Low Cal Low Carb Delicious Chicken Blue Cheese Salad

Elevate your lunch or dinner routine with this Low-Cal Low-Carb Chicken Blue Cheese Salad, a satisfying and health-conscious recipe loaded with fresh, vibrant ingredients. Perfectly grilled chicken breast sits atop a bed of mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber slices, and zesty red onion. The salad is brought to life with a tangy homemade balsamic vinaigrette, while the rich, creamy crumbles of blue cheese add a gourmet touch. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this nutrient-packed dish is ideal for those seeking a keto-friendly meal that doesn’t compromise on flavor. Optional diced avocado provides an extra layer of indulgence, making this salad a go-to choice for light and refreshing dining.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (approx. 8 oz each) Chicken breast, boneless and skinless
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper, freshly ground
• 6 cups Mixed greens (baby spinach, arugula, and/or romaine)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.5 cups Cucumber, sliced
• 0.25 cups Blue cheese (crumbled)
• 0.25 cups Red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 0.5 cups Optional: avocado, diced

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat and coat with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 3

Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.

Step 4

While the chicken rests, prepare the salad base by combining the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion in a large salad bowl.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, lemon juice, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to make the dressing.

Step 6

Add the sliced chicken on top of the salad base. Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese evenly over the salad.

Step 7

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. If using avocado, add it on top as a garnish.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your low-calorie, low-carb chicken blue cheese salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1175.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1551.2

Total Fat 80.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 430.4mg	0%
Sodium 2512.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 13.9g
Protein 162.4g	0%

Vitamin D 71.8IU	0%
Calcium 557.4mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 3109.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.2%

Protein: 42.2%

Carbs: 10.6%