Chicken & Strawberry Salad
A light and refreshing salad combining tender grilled chicken, juicy strawberries, and rich feta over a bed of spinach, dressed in a simple olive oil and balsamic mixture.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh spinach, washed and dried
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced Use ripe strawberries for best flavor.
- 1 cup grilled chicken tenders, sliced Chicken can be warm or cold.
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup walnuts or pecans, chopped (optional) Toasted nuts enhance flavor.
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil Use good-quality olive oil.
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- to taste salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the spinach, strawberries, grilled chicken, red onion, feta cheese, and nuts if using.
- Gently lift the leaves and ingredients together so nothing gets crushed.
Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Whisk until glossy and slightly thick; the dressing should coat the back of a spoon.
- Taste for balance and adjust the salt or vinegar as needed.
Assembly
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Toss until the dressing just clings to the leaves and the chicken looks moistened.
Serving
- Serve immediately or store in the fridge for meal prep.
- If meal prepping, keep the dressing separate and dress just before serving.
Notes
Store salad ingredients separately to preserve freshness. The dressing can be made ahead of time for convenience.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g
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