Grilled Chicken Salad with Strawberries and Avocado
Grilled chicken meets tender spinach and crisp romaine in a fresh, summery mix accented by juicy strawberries and rich avocado. Toasted pecans add a nutty crunch, while a tangy-sweet poppy seed dressing ties everything together. Serve this Grilled Chicken Salad with Strawberries and Avocado for a light dinner or warm-weather lunch when you want something vibrant and satisfying.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Place the olive oil, vinegar, honey, sugar, poppy seeds, salt, mustard, and grated onion in a blender and blend until smooth. Pour the dressing into a bowl or jar, cover, and refrigerate before serving for at least 1 hour.
- 2
Meanwhile, mix the Italian dressing and teriyaki sauce in a glass or ceramic bowl; add the chicken and toss to coat evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator before grilling for 30 to 60 minutes.
- 3
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 4
Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off any excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
- 5
Grill on the preheated grill until the chicken is no longer pink in the centers and the juices run clear, 5 to 8 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the centers should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Let cool about 10 minutes, then cut into bite-sized pieces.
- 6
Toss the chicken, spinach, and romaine lettuce together in a large bowl; gently fold in the strawberries and avocado. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- 7
Toss the salad with the dressing and pecans just before serving.
- Calories 701.91 kcal High
- Protein 32.63 g Good Source
- Carbs 34.49 g Moderate
- Total Fat 51.88 g High
- Saturated Fat 6.4 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 70.74 mg High
- Sodium 476.4 mg High
- Fiber 8.99 g Good Source
- Sugar 20.18 g High
- Added Sugar 3.27 g Moderate
- Calcium 101.76 mg Low Source
- Iron 4.2 mg Good Source
- Potassium 766.15 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 204.89 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 53.64 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Grilled Chicken Salad with Strawberries and Avocado is an American dinner recipe made with 16 ingredients. It takes about 25 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Apple Cider Vinegar, Avocado, Baby Spinach, and Chicken Breast. Each serving provides about 701.91 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Grilled Chicken Salad with Strawberries and Avocado?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 16 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Grilled Chicken Salad with Strawberries and Avocado made of?
- The main ingredients are Apple Cider Vinegar, Avocado, Baby Spinach, Chicken Breast, Dry Mustard. The full list of 16 is above.
- What goes well with Grilled Chicken Salad with Strawberries and Avocado?
- Explore these American side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Grilled Chicken Salad with Strawberries and Avocado?
- About 25 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 701.91 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Grilled Chicken Salad with Strawberries and Avocado easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 16 ingredients and 7 steps.
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