Grilled Balsamic Chicken and Avocado Bruschetta Salad
This Grilled Balsamic Chicken and Avocado Bruschetta Salad delivers 25g protein and 388 calories per serving. Quick-preps 4 servings on the stovetop, keeping lunch prep under 20 minutes. Pairs lean protein with healthy fats for sustained energy between training sessions.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(340g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Olive oil(15g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Balsamic Glaze, Store-Bought(30g)
- •1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- •Garlic powder(5g)
- •Bread, Sourdough, Sliced
- •Olive oil(30g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •1 teaspoon Dried Parsley
- •Lettuce, Romaine
- •Tomato, Cherry(198g)
- •Yellow Onion
- •Cheese, Feta, Crumbled(99g)
- •Avocado(200g)
- •Basil, Fresh
- •Balsamic Glaze, Store-Bought(30g)
- •2 tablespoons water
- •Garlic(30g)
- •Thyme, Dried(5g)
- •1 pinch salt to taste
Instructions
- 1Combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and garlic together in a shallow bowl. Add the chicken breasts and evenly coat. Transfer the chicken breasts over to a nonstic pan heated over medium heat, Sauté until nice, crispy and golden on both sides and cooked through. Remove from heat; allow to cool slightly, and slice into 1-inch slices.
- 2Combine the oil with the herbs and garlic. Brush both sides of each bread slice; grill in a grill pan over medium heat on both sides until golden and crispy.
- 3Combine dressing ingredients in a small bowl/jug, and whisk until mixed through.
- 4Combine the lettuce, tomatoes, onion, Feta and basil together in a large salad bowl. Top with chicken slices and drizzle with the dressing. Toss to combine. Serve with crunchy Bruschetta pieces.
Nutrition — Per Serving
388
calories
25g
protein
26g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 14g
- Saturated fat
- 6.4g
- Sodium
- 333 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 4.7g
4 servings per batch · ~246g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Grilled Balsamic Chicken and Avocado Bruschetta Salad have per serving?
Each serving contains 25g of protein and 388 calories with 26g fat and 14g carbs. The macro split is more fat-forward due to the avocado content, making it higher in calories relative to protein compared to lean chicken recipes.
How long does Grilled Balsamic Chicken and Avocado Bruschetta Salad take to prep?
This recipe has quick prep time and yields 4 servings, making it efficient for a single lunch or light dinner portion for the week. Most of the work is plating and assembly once the chicken is grilled.
Is Grilled Balsamic Chicken and Avocado Bruschetta Salad good for fat loss?
At 388 calories and 25g protein per serving, this recipe works better as a light lunch or side rather than a primary fat-loss meal. The avocado and balsamic dressing add fat content that limits how much of this you'd want to pile on a deficit-focused plate.
