Clean Eating Sesame Spinach Salad with Chicken
Elevate your lunchtime routine with this Clean Eating Sesame Spinach Salad with Chicken—a vibrant, nutrient-rich dish that's as wholesome as it is flavorful. Featuring tender, perfectly grilled chicken breast atop a bed of fresh baby spinach, this salad is brought to life with a homemade sesame dressing made from heart-healthy olive oil, low-sodium soy sauce, and a touch of natural sweetness from honey or maple syrup. Toasted sesame seeds add a delightful crunch, while the hint of garlic and sesame oil provide irresistible depth. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for meal prep or a light and satisfying dinner. Packed with protein and brimming with fresh, clean ingredients, this salad is a delicious way to stay on track with your healthy eating goals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Baby spinach
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1.5 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 piece Garlic clove, minced
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat and lightly oil the surface.
Slice each chicken breast horizontally into two thin fillets for even cooking.
Season the chicken fillets with a pinch of salt and black pepper on both sides.
Grill the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
In a small dry skillet over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
Prepare the sesame dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey or maple syrup, sesame oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
In a large mixing bowl, add the baby spinach and drizzle half of the dressing over the top. Toss gently to coat the spinach leaves evenly.
Divide the dressed spinach among four serving plates and top each with sliced grilled chicken.
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the salads for added crunch and flavor.
Drizzle the remaining dressing over the salads and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1142 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.5 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 1994 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 117.7 g | 235% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 225 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1174 mg | 25% | |
*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.
