Chicken Avocado and Strawberry Salad
Elevate your salad game with this irresistible Chicken Avocado and Strawberry Salad, a vibrant medley of fresh flavors and textures that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Juicy grilled chicken breasts, sweet sliced strawberries, creamy avocado, and tangy feta cheese come together on a bed of crisp mixed greens, topped with crunchy pecans for a satisfying crunch. A homemade balsamic vinaigrette, sweetened with a touch of honey and brightened with lemon juice, ties it all together with a light, zesty finish. Perfect as a wholesome lunch or a show-stopping dinner entrée, this salad is packed with protein, healthy fats, and a rainbow of fresh ingredients for a meal that’s both nourishing and Instagram-worthy. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s your go-to for quick yet impressive healthy eating.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 6 cups Mixed salad greens
- 1 cup Strawberries
- 1 large Avocado
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese
- 0.5 cup Pecans
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Brush the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Grill the chicken breasts for 6 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Set aside to cool slightly, then slice into thin strips.
Meanwhile, wash and dry the mixed salad greens, and place them in a large serving bowl.
Hull and slice the strawberries, then add them to the salad greens.
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Slice the avocado into thin slices and add to the salad.
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and pecans over the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Top the salad with the sliced grilled chicken. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1653 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.6 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.8 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 273 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 4191 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.4 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.8 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.6 g | ||
| Protein | 91.2 g | 182% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 581 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2729 mg | 58% | |
*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.
