Strawberry Avocado Chicken Salad (Healthy Poppyseed Dressing)
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Strawberry Avocado Chicken Salad (Healthy Poppyseed Dressing)
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This Strawberry Avocado Chicken Salad has everything going for it, including a Healthy Oil-free Poppyseed Dressing that's creamy and scrumptious! All the goodness without the guilt.
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Ingredients
For the Dressing:
- ½ cup Greek yogurt plain, whole
- ⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
- 3 TB pure honey plus more to taste
- 1 TB poppy seeds be sure they're fresh
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper freshly ground
For the Salad:
- 2 large chicken breasts pounded to even thickness
- kosher salt
- black pepper freshly ground
- 4 cups spinach baby leaves
- 1 cup strawberries freshly sliced
- ½ cup feta cheese
- 1 whole avocado semi-ripe sliced or cubed (sprinkle with lime juice to prevent browning)
- ½ cups candied walnuts or pecans homemade or store-bought
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients with a hand-whisk until thoroughly combined. Transfer to a dressing container; chill until ready to use (can be made ahead of time.)
- Grease outdoor grill or indoor grill pan. Season chicken with a thin layer of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper on both sides, pressing to adhere.
- Grill chicken just until nice grill marks appear and no longer pink in center; do not over cook and remove immediately from heat once cooked. Let chicken rest at room temp at least 5 minutes; then slice into strips.
- In a large serving bowl, combine spinach leaves, sliced strawberries, feta cheese, and avocado slices. Pour desired amount of dressing onto salad and gently toss to combine. Divide salad into individual serving plates, topped with sliced chicken and candied nuts. Serve immediately.
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- Always ensure your Greek yogurt is plain and whole for the dressing. This will give your dressing a creamy texture and a tangy flavor that complements the sweetness of the strawberries and honey.
- Use fresh poppy seeds in your dressing. They add a nice crunch and a slightly nutty flavor that pairs well with the other ingredients.
- When preparing your chicken, pound it to even thickness before grilling. This ensures that it cooks evenly and stays juicy.
- Add candied walnuts or pecans for a sweet crunch. Whether homemade or store-bought, they add a lovely texture and sweetness that contrasts nicely with the savory chicken and tangy dressing.
- Serve your salad immediately after dressing it. This ensures that the spinach leaves stay crisp and the flavors are at their peak.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
358kcal
(18%)
Carbohydrates
27g
(9%)
Protein
32g
(64%)
Fat
14g
(22%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Trans Fat
0.02g
Cholesterol
90mg
(30%)
Sodium
727mg
(30%)
Potassium
748mg
(21%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
21g
(42%)
Vitamin A
2932IU
(59%)
Vitamin C
31mg
(34%)
Calcium
211mg
(21%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 358 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 358kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 90mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 727mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 748mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 21g | 42% |
| Vitamin A | 2932IU | 59% |
| Vitamin C | 31mg | 34% |
| Calcium | 211mg | 21% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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5.0
90 reviews
Excellent
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