Blackberry Chicken Salad

Name: Blackberry Chicken Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: Juice of 1 lime; 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 tsp. dried oregano; 1/4 tsp. chili powder; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 (6- to 8-oz.) boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar; 1 tbsp. blackberry jam; 1 tsp. honey; 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil; 5 c. packed baby spinach; 1 Persian cucumber, thinly sliced; 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced; 1 avocado, sliced; 6 oz. blackberries; 1/4 c. crumbled feta; 1/4 c. walnuts, toasted

Grilled chicken breast served over mixed greens with a warm blackberry-balsamic vinaigrette. The dish combines savory herb-spiced chicken with tart berries and tangy vinegar for a balanced sweet-and-sour flavor.

Glycemic Load: 7.0 (Low)

1073 calories per serving

Serves: 2

Prep: 20 minutes

Original recipe: www.delish.com

About This Calculation

Blackberry Chicken Salad has a low glycemic load of 7.0 per serving — minimal blood sugar impact — suitable for most people managing diabetes or blood sugar levels.

The primary glycemic load contributors are blackberry jam (GL 3.5), honey (GL 1.8), blackberries (GL 0.9). These ingredients account for the majority of the carbohydrate impact per serving.

Glycemic load is calculated as GL = (GI × Net Carbs per serving) ÷ 100, where GI is the glycemic index and net carbs exclude dietary fiber. Calculations draw on established nutritional references including USDA FoodData Central values and peer-reviewed glycemic index research.