Description
A fresh and vibrant Strawberry Chicken Salad featuring juicy strawberries, tender chicken breast, mixed greens, toasted nuts, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed in a tangy homemade balsamic dressing. Perfect for a light and healthy summer meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, sliced or shredded
- 4 cups mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- ¼ cup crumbled feta or goat cheese
- ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts, toasted
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking chicken, if needed)
Balsamic Dressing
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and well combined. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
- Assemble the Salad Base: In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, sliced strawberries, thinly sliced red onion, crumbled feta or goat cheese, and toasted nuts, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Add the Chicken: Top the salad mixture with the sliced or shredded cooked chicken breast, spreading it evenly over the top for balanced flavor in every bite.
- Dress and Toss: Drizzle the prepared balsamic dressing over the salad. Toss gently to combine all ingredients, coating everything lightly and avoiding bruising the delicate greens and strawberries.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors and crisp textures, making it a perfect light meal for any time of day.
Notes
- Grilled or rotisserie chicken works great for convenience and adds extra flavor.
- Add avocado or swap the nuts for sunflower seeds to vary the texture and taste.
- The balsamic dressing can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
