Chicken Cranberry and Gorgonzola Salad
Bursting with bold flavors and contrasting textures, this Chicken Cranberry and Gorgonzola Salad is a showstopper for any meal. Tender slices of cooked chicken breast are nestled atop a vibrant medley of crisp mixed greens, sweet dried cranberries, creamy crumbled gorgonzola cheese, crunchy pecans, and a touch of sharp red onion. A homemade balsamic-honey vinaigrette ties everything together with just the right balance of tangy, sweet, and savory. Perfect for a quick and nutritious lunch or a crowd-pleasing dinner party starter, this easy-to-make salad comes together in just 15 minutes. Packed with protein, rich flavors, and a variety of textures, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a delightful yet effortless dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Cooked chicken breast
- 6 cups Mixed salad greens
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup Crumbled gorgonzola cheese
- 0.5 cup Pecans
- 0.25 cup, thinly sliced Red onion
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Slice the cooked chicken breasts into thin strips and set aside.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, dried cranberries, crumbled gorgonzola cheese, pecans, and sliced red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to evenly coat.
Top the salad with the sliced chicken breasts.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
390 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.2 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 55 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 511 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.9 g | ||
| Protein | 20.6 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 113 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 379 mg | 8% | |
*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.
