Fuji Apple Salad

User Reviews

4.4

54 reviews
Good
  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    25 mins

  • Servings

    2

  • Calories

    415 kcal

  • Course

    Lunch

  • Cuisine

    American

Fuji Apple Salad

The Fuji Apple Salad features a mix of spring greens topped with thinly sliced Fuji apple, grilled chicken breast, crumbled gorgonzola cheese, red onion slices, cherry tomatoes, and pumpkin seeds, all dressed with white balsamic vinaigrette. This salad balances crisp fruit, savory chicken and cheese, and crunchy nuts, delivering varied textures and refreshing flavors suitable for a light main or side dish.

Description

This salad combines a base of spring mix greens, which often includes romaine and baby spinach, layered with thin slices of sweet Fuji apple, grilled chicken breast, and crumbled gorgonzola cheese to add creamy, tangy richness. Thinly sliced red onion and chopped cherry tomatoes provide sharp and juicy notes, while pumpkin seeds contribute a nutty crunch to the mix. The dish is finished with a drizzle of white balsamic vinaigrette, adding brightness and subtle acidity to tie the ingredients together.

The chicken can be grilled in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to two days, allowing for convenient assembly. This salad offers a combination of textures from crisp apple and greens to creamy cheese and tender chicken, making it filling while remaining fresh and light. It works well as a lunch or light dinner option where diverse flavor profiles and easy preparation are priorities.

I Made This!

Be the first!

Save this

Be the first!

Ingredients

Servings
  • 6 cups spring mix romaine and/or baby spinach (a blend is nice)
  • 1 apple sliced or chopped, Fuji or Honeycrisp, large
  • 2 chicken breast grilled, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup gorgonzola cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup cherry tomato chopped
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds or toasted pecans
  • white balsamic vinaigrette to taste

Instructions

  1. Grill chicken breasts if you haven't already. See notes above for how to grill the chicken. This step can be done up to 2 days in advance. Just keep grilled chicken breasts in the fridge until ready to prep the salad.
  2. Divide greens among two individual plates and top with remaining ingredients. Add dressing to taste and enjoy.

Nutrition Information

Show Details
Serving 1/2 of recipe Calories 415kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 21g (7%) Protein 42g (84%) Fat 20g (31%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 12g (24%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 415 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1/2 of recipe
Calories 415kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 21g 7%
Protein 42g 84%
Fat 20g 31%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 12g 24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Genuine Reviews

User Reviews

Overall Rating

4.4

54 reviews
Good

Write a Review

Drag & drop files here or click to upload
Other Recipes

You'll Also Love

Loaded Mashed Potatoes

American
5.0 (33 reviews)

Easy Baked Sweet Potatoes

American
5.0 (15 reviews)

Creamy Chicken Pasta Salad

American
5.0 (12 reviews)

Candied Yams

American
5.0 (21 reviews)

Buffalo Wings

American
5.0 (63 reviews)

Broccoli Casserole

American
5.0 (36 reviews)

Crab Cake Sandwich

American
5.0 (15 reviews)

S'mores Bars

American
5.0 (21 reviews)

Vegetable Beef Stew

American
5.0 (30 reviews)

Cajun Roasted Turkey

American
5.0 (39 reviews)

Oven Baked Chicken and Rice

American
5.0 (27 reviews)

BBQ Beef Sloppy Joes

American
5.0 (30 reviews)