Description
Healthy Fourth of July Recipes are the perfect way to celebrate summer without compromising your health. This delicious dish features juicy grilled chicken, colorful bell peppers, and zucchini, all enhanced by a tangy honey balsamic dressing. Serve this vibrant platter at your next gathering for a guilt-free yet flavorful experience that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups mixed bell peppers (red, yellow, green), chopped
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced into rounds
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil.
- Toss bell peppers and zucchini in remaining olive oil with a pinch of salt.
- Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until cooked through; add veggies to the grill for the last 6-8 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar and honey.
- Slice grilled chicken and arrange on a platter with grilled veggies; drizzle with dressing before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate chicken in olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and herbs for at least one hour before grilling. - Feel free to customize the vegetable mix or sprinkle feta cheese on top before serving.