Grilled Chicken & Strawberry Salad with Roasted Poppy Seed Dressing
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About Grilled Chicken & Strawberry Salad with Roasted Poppy Seed Dressing
This vibrant salad is a delightful blend of smoky grilled chicken, sweet strawberries, and tangy poppy seed dressing. The combination of textures and flavors is irresistible, making it a perfect light lunch or dinner option.Packed with fresh ingredients like baby spinach, blueberries, and mandarin oranges, this recipe is both healthy and satisfying. The toasted pecans add a delightful crunch, while the homemade dressing elevates the entire dish to a new level of deliciousness.Quick and easy to prepare, this salad is ideal for busy weeknights or healthy meal prepping. It's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that's sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Time & More
Prep10 minutes
Cook8 minutes
Total18 minutes
Ingredients
For the Grilled Chicken:
- 1 Chicken Breast about 6 oz, grilled and sliced
For the Salad:
- 4 cup Romaine Lettuce chopped
- 1 cup Strawberries sliced
- 1 bunch Baby Spinach about 5 oz, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup Blueberries fresh
- 1 cup Mandarin Oranges canned or fresh, segments
- 2 slices Pineapple fresh, grilled or stewed in sugar
- 1/2 cup Pecans toasted and roughly chopped
For the Roasted Poppy Seed Dressing:
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise light
- 1/4 cup Skimmed Milk
- 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
- 1/4 cup Orange Juice freshly squeezed
- 2 tbsp Grape Juice red grape juice
- 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1/2 tbsp Poppy Seeds lightly toasted
- 1 tbsp Sugar granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Pepper black, freshly ground
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken
- Grill or pan-fry the chicken breast until cooked through and slightly charred. Let it cool, then slice.
Make the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, skim milk, Dijon mustard, orange juice, grape juice, apple cider vinegar, poppy seeds, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
Assemble the Salad
- In a large bowl, combine the romaine lettuce, strawberries, baby spinach, blueberries, mandarin oranges, pineapple, and pecans.
Dress and Serve
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately or chill for later.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in a simple mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs before grilling.
- Toasting the pecans enhances their flavor and adds a delightful crunch. Spread them on a baking sheet and toast in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes, or until fragrant.
- If you don't have fresh pineapple, you can substitute with canned pineapple chunks, drained well.
- Adjust the amount of dressing to your preference. You can also add other ingredients like crumbled feta cheese or avocado for extra flavor and texture.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 24kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 2gFat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.6gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
Chef Reetu Uday Kugaji
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This looks incredible! I need to try it.
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