Chicken and Asparagus Salad with Strawberry Dressing
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and nutritious Chicken and Asparagus Salad with Strawberry Dressing. Juicy grilled chicken breast pairs beautifully with tender-crisp asparagus, a medley of fresh mixed greens, and the crunch of slivered almonds. The standout feature? A luxuriously sweet and tangy homemade strawberry dressing made from ripe strawberries, lemon juice, honey, and olive oil, which ties all the flavors together. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for a light lunch, dinner, or an impressive dish for entertaining. Packed with protein, antioxidants, and refreshing seasonal ingredients, this salad is as delicious as it is wholesome.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breast
- 1 bunch asparagus
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup strawberries
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons slivered almonds
Instructions
Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Cook the chicken in the skillet for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
While the chicken cooks, bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Trim the woody ends off the asparagus and blanch the spears in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until tender but still crisp. Immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking, then drain and set aside.
To make the strawberry dressing, combine the strawberries, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, and a pinch of salt in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and taste to adjust seasoning if needed.
In a large serving bowl, arrange the mixed salad greens. Layer the blanched asparagus, sliced chicken, and slivered almonds over the greens.
Drizzle the strawberry dressing generously over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh and flavorful Chicken and Asparagus Salad with Strawberry Dressing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1432 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.9 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.8 g | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 206 mg | 69% | |
| Sodium | 2054 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.4 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.8 g | ||
| Protein | 97.5 g | 195% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 386 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 2689 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
