Nut-Free Copycat Chick-fil-A Market Salad
Recreate the vibrant flavors of Chick-fil-A’s famous Market Salad with this nut-free copycat recipe, perfect for anyone with allergies or looking for a fresh, wholesome meal. Packed with crisp romaine lettuce, nutrient-rich mixed greens, and thinly sliced red cabbage, this salad bursts with color and crunch. Sweet red apple, juicy strawberries, and plump blueberries add a delightful touch of natural sweetness, while tender grilled chicken provides hearty protein. Sunflower seeds replace nuts for a satisfying crunch, complemented by crumbled feta cheese for a creamy, tangy finish. A drizzle of balsamic vinaigrette ties everything together beautifully, with a splash of lemon juice keeping the flavors bright and fresh. Ready in just 30 minutes, this salad serves as a perfect entrée or side dish for any occasion, delivering restaurant-quality taste from the comfort of your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups romaine lettuce
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 0.5 cup red cabbage
- 0.5 cup green bell pepper
- 1 medium red apple
- 0.5 cup blueberries
- 0.5 cup strawberries
- 1 piece grilled chicken breast
- 0.25 cup feta cheese
- 0.25 cup sunflower seeds
- 0.5 cup balsamic vinaigrette
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
Start by grilling the chicken breast: Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and a touch of olive oil. Preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat. Grill the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. Allow to rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly.
While the chicken is grilling, prepare the vegetables. Rinse the romaine lettuce and mixed greens thoroughly under cold water. Dry them using a salad spinner or a clean kitchen towel.
Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl. Add the mixed greens to the bowl as well.
Thinly slice the red cabbage and green bell pepper. Add them to the salad bowl.
Core and dice the red apple into bite-sized pieces. To prevent browning, toss the apple pieces in a small bowl with the lemon juice before adding them to the salad.
Rinse the blueberries and strawberries. Slice the strawberries thinly, and add both fruits to the salad bowl.
Once the chicken is ready and sliced, arrange it over the salad along with crumbled feta cheese and sunflower seeds.
Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Gently toss all ingredients together to ensure even distribution of the dressing.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious, nut-free copycat Chick-fil-A Market Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1022 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.1 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.5 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 24.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 163 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 2119 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.5 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.7 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.5 g | ||
| Protein | 58.1 g | 116% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 348 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1824 mg | 39% | |
*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.
