Description
Indulge in the freshness of The Best Strawberry Chicken Salad, a delightful blend of juicy strawberries, tender grilled chicken, and crunchy apples. This vibrant salad is perfect for any occasion, offering a balance of flavors that are both satisfying and nutritious. With its colorful presentation and the added crunch of walnuts, this dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with essential vitamins and lean protein.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 2 small boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup strawberries
- 1 gala apple
- 1/3 cup craisins (dried cranberries)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 tablespoons crushed walnuts
- Creamy poppyseed dressing
- Raspberry vinaigrette
Instructions
- Prepare lettuce by dividing chopped romaine among two medium bowls and refrigerate.
- Season chicken with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill over medium-high heat until cooked through (165°F). Rest for five minutes before slicing.
- Slice strawberries and apple. Distribute fruit over lettuce in bowls.
- Top each salad with craisins, mozzarella cheese, crushed walnuts, and sliced chicken.
- Drizzle with creamy poppyseed dressing and raspberry vinaigrette before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg