Spinach Salad with Strawberries Oranges and Roasted Chicken
Brighten up your mealtime with this Spinach Salad with Strawberries, Oranges, and Roasted Chicken—an irresistible fusion of vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. Perfect for a quick yet elegant lunch or dinner, this recipe combines the delicate earthiness of fresh spinach with the sweetness of sliced strawberries and juicy orange segments. The savory roasted chicken adds a satisfying protein boost, balanced by the tangy creaminess of crumbled feta and the crunch of toasted almonds. Thinly sliced red onion lends a subtle sharpness, while a homemade balsamic vinaigrette—infused with olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard—ties it all together in a symphony of taste. Ready in just 20 minutes, this gluten-free and nutrient-packed salad is an inviting blend of sweet, savory, and zesty, perfect for impressing guests or revitalizing your daily menu.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Fresh spinach
- 1.5 cups Strawberries, sliced
- 1 Orange, peeled and segmented
- 2 cups Roasted chicken breast, shredded or sliced
- 0.5 cups Feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.25 cups Sliced almonds, toasted
- 0.25 cups Red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the fresh spinach. Place it in a large salad bowl.
Slice the strawberries and peel and segment the orange. Add both to the bowl with the spinach.
Shred or slice the roasted chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and add to the salad.
Sprinkle the salad with crumbled feta cheese, toasted sliced almonds, and thinly sliced red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and ground black pepper to make the vinaigrette.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh and flavorful spinach salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1806 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 88.2 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.2 g | 136% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 506 mg | 169% | |
| Sodium | 2474 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.6 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.6 g | ||
| Protein | 175.3 g | 351% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 992 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 2287 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.
