Chicken Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette
Brighten up your mealtime with this irresistibly fresh and flavorful Chicken Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette, a perfect blend of savory and sweet. Tender, perfectly grilled chicken breast slices nestle atop a bed of crisp mixed salad greens, juicy fresh raspberries, crunchy sliced almonds, and creamy crumbled feta cheese, creating a symphony of textures in every bite. The homemade raspberry vinaigrette, made with tangy raspberry preserves, red wine vinegar, a touch of honey, and Dijon mustard, ties everything together with its vibrant, fruity notes. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this colorful salad is an ideal choice for light lunches, healthy dinners, or as an impressive dish for entertaining. Pair it with crusty bread or enjoy it solo for a refreshing, nutrient-packed meal that satisfies every craving.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 6 cups Mixed salad greens
- 1 cup Fresh raspberries
- 0.5 cup Sliced almonds
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons Raspberry preserves
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat.
Rub the chicken breasts with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
Grill the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, fresh raspberries, sliced almonds, and crumbled feta cheese.
To prepare the raspberry vinaigrette, whisk together the raspberry preserves, red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
Arrange the sliced chicken on top of the salad. Drizzle the raspberry vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and flavorful dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2284 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 159.0 g | 204% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.0 g | 175% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 396 mg | 132% | |
| Sodium | 4102 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.7 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.9 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.8 g | ||
| Protein | 143.4 g | 287% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 924 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 2305 mg | 49% | |
*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.
