Steamed Chicken Breast Salad with Tangy Balsamic Dressing
Starting My Diet Journey with Steamed Chicken Breast Salad!
Here’s a simple yet satisfying recipe to kickstart your healthy eating journey, using ingredients you likely have on hand! This Steamed Chicken Breast Salad is perfect for a light and nutritious meal. We’ll prepare a delightful balsamic dressing to drizzle over tender, shredded steamed chicken breast and a medley of fresh vegetables. For an extra treat, leftover vegetables and chicken can be wrapped in rice paper and dipped in your favorite whole grain mustard sauce. It’s a delicious way to stay full and satisfied while pursuing your fitness goals without feeling deprived.
Salad Ingredients- 50g Steamed Chicken Breast
- 1 handful Mixed Sprouts
- A little Lettuce
- 1/2 cup Blueberries
- 2 Cherry Tomatoes
Balsamic Dressing Ingredients- 1.5 Tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
- 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice
- 0.5 Tbsp Sea Salt
- Pinch of Black Pepper
- 1.5 Tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
- 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice
- 0.5 Tbsp Sea Salt
- Pinch of Black Pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let’s start by making a delicious balsamic dressing. In a bowl, combine the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, sugar, lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper. Whisk everything together until the sugar is dissolved. (Pro Tip: For an extra layer of flavor, finely chopped onion can be added here, though it’s perfectly fine if you forget, as the dressing is still wonderfully flavorful without it!)
Step 2
Once well combined, set the balsamic dressing aside. You’ve just created a wonderfully simple and tasty dressing!
Step 3
Prepare your fresh salad components. Arrange the washed mixed sprouts and lettuce attractively on a plate. Add the sweet blueberries and the cherry tomatoes, halved. For the steamed chicken breast, simply tear it into bite-sized pieces along the grain. If you prefer warmer, more tender chicken, microwave it for about 1 minute and 50 seconds to 2 minutes.
Step 4
Gently drizzle the prepared balsamic dressing over the assembled salad. The bright, tangy notes of the dressing perfectly complement the tender chicken breast, creating a refreshing and satisfying chicken breast salad that’s ready to be enjoyed.
Step 5
This chicken breast salad is not only a quick and easy meal option but also offers a sense of fullness, making it an excellent choice for those managing their diet. As you continue to incorporate it into your meals, you’ll likely notice yourself feeling lighter and more energetic.
Step 6
(Tip) Feel free to experiment with your favorite dressings! While balsamic is delicious, using a different sauce or dressing you love will still allow you to enjoy a tasty and healthy meal on your diet journey. Aim for your goals deliciously!
