Description
A light and fulfilling salad bursting with the fresh flavors of strawberries, grilled chicken, and a homemade dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1 grilled chicken breast, sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- Optional: avocado slices or cucumbers
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by grilling the chicken breast. Season it generously with salt, pepper, and a little olive oil. Grill until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Once done, let it rest for a few minutes and then slice it.
- While the chicken is grilling, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and poppy seeds. Season it with salt and pepper to your liking.
- In a large bowl, layer the baby spinach, followed by the sliced strawberries, red onion, grilled chicken, crumbled feta cheese, and toasted sliced almonds.
- Drizzle your homemade dressing over the top of the salad and toss gently to ensure everything mixes well.
- Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and delightful meal!
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and don’t overcook the chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: salad, strawberry, chicken, healthy, summer, quick meal