Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors with our tantalizing Chicken Spinach Salad with Raspberries, a dish that harmonizes the vibrant freshness of spinach, the succulent tenderness of chicken, and the sweet-tart allure of raspberries. This delightful salad offers a symphony of textures, from the crispy crunch of toasted almonds to the creamy smoothness of goat cheese, all brought together by a tangy homemade raspberry vinaigrette. Alongside this main attraction, you'll also discover irresistible recipes for a refreshing Cucumber Salad with Feta and Mint, a flavorful Quinoa Salad with Roasted Vegetables, and a delightful Berry Parfait with Greek Yogurt, providing a delectable array of options to satisfy every palate.
Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!
GRILLED CHICKEN AND RASPBERRY-SPINACH SALAD
An organic raspberry-spread vinaigrette glazes grilled chicken and dresses the spinach-and-raspberries base of a delightful main-dish salad.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat gas or charcoal grill. In small bowl, stir together fruit spread, vinegar and oil; reserve 1/3 cup for glaze. Set remaining mixture aside.
- Carefully brush grill rack with oil. Place chicken on grill over medium heat. Brush chicken with reserved glaze. Cover grill; cook 5 minutes. Turn chicken over; brush with glaze. Cover grill; cook 3 to 7 minutes longer, brushing occasionally with glaze, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170°F).
- Meanwhile, on 4 individual dinner plates, arrange spinach, raspberries, onion and almonds. Cut each grilled chicken breast into slices; place on top of salads. Drizzle with remaining fruit spread mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Carbohydrate 62 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 13 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 120 mg, Sugar 43 g, TransFat 0 g
RASPBERRY CHICKEN SALAD
"This pretty summer salad is a snap to make, but it looks as though you fussed," writes Sue Zimonick of Green Bay, Wisconsin. The slightly tart dressing also serves as a basting sauce, which gives the thin slices of tender chicken breast a nice fruit flavor.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine spreadable fruit and vinegar; set aside 3/4 cup for dressing. Broil chicken 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°, basting occasionally with remaining raspberry mixture. Cool for 10 minutes. , Meanwhile, arrange greens and onion on salad plates. Slice chicken; place over greens. Drizzle with reserved dressing. Garnish with raspberries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 97mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SPINACH SALAD WITH GRILLED CHICKEN, MANGO, AND RASPBERRIES SZWARC
Steps:
- Make dressing:
- In a bowl whisk together all dressing ingredients except oil. Add oil in a stream, whisking, and whisk until emulsified. (Dressing may be made 2 days ahead and chilled, covered.)
- In a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag coat chicken with 3 tablespoons dressing. (Marinate chicken, covered and chilled, 2 hours.)
- Heat an oiled well-seasoned ridged grill pan over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and grill chicken, drained, until cooked through, about 7 minutes on each side. Transfer chicken to a platter and cool. (Chicken may be made up to this point 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.)
- Cut chicken into 1/4-inch-thick slices and in a large bowl combine with remaining ingredients. Drizzle remaining dressing over salad and toss gently to combine well.
CHICKEN AND BABY SPINACH WITH RASPBERRY-BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- For the dressing:
- Combine vinaigrette, raspberries, and sugar in a blender. Blend until smooth; set aside.
- For the salad:
- In a large bowl, toss together spinach, onions, raspberries, cucumbers, and half of the vinaigrette.
- Divide mixture among 4 chilled plates. Add chicken strips to mixing bowl and toss with 2 tablespoons dressing. Divide among the plates. Garnish with feta, pecans, and black pepper. Serve.
CHICKEN AND BABY SPINACH WITH RASPBERRY-BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- For the dressing:
- Combine vinaigrette, raspberries, and sugar in a blender. Blend until smooth; set aside.
- For the salad:
- In a large bowl, toss together spinach, onions, raspberries, cucumbers, and half of the vinaigrette.
- Divide mixture among 4 chilled plates. Add chicken strips to mixing bowl and toss with 2 tablespoons dressing. Divide among the plates. Garnish with feta, pecans, and black pepper. Serve.
RASPBERRY SPINACH SALAD
This recipe came from a neighbor, and I adapted it to my family's tastes. It's a nice special salad to serve anytime-and, with fresh spinach from the garden, it's great for summer picnics! I've long enjoyed cooking...ever since my mother put me in charge of my first Sunday roast when I was 12.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- With whisk or a blender, blend vinegar and jam. Add salad oil in thin stream while whisking. Set aside. Mix spinach, half of nuts, half of raspberries and all of the dressing. Top salad with remaining nuts, berries and kiwifruit. Mix again before serving.
Nutrition Facts :
CHICKEN-SPINACH SALAD WITH RASPBERRIES
Make and share this Chicken-Spinach Salad With Raspberries recipe from Food.com.
Provided by TattooedMamaof2
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine spinach and onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together oil and vinegar; add to spinach and toss well. Add raspberries, cheese and almonds.
- Divide salad among 4 bowls, top with chicken and serve.
GRILLED CHICKEN AND BABY SPINACH SALAD W/ RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE
Rotisserie chicken or leftover chicken can be used instead, or else the next time you grill chicken, throw a couple of extra boneless skinless ones on and make this the next day. From Fitness (June 2005)
Provided by Vino Girl
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Arrange spinach leaves, chicken, and 3/4 of the raspberries on a large serving platter or divided equally on 4 plates.
- Place vinegar, honey, oil, shallot and 1/4 of the raspberries in a blender; blend one minute or until smooth.
- Drizzle dressing over salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.8, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 49.3, Sodium 113, Carbohydrate 17.1, Fiber 6.6, Sugar 8.1, Protein 22.8
CHICKEN STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD
This pretty spinach salad, topped with grilled chicken, strawberries and almonds, features a delectably sweet poppy seed dressing. Made in moments, it's a refreshing lunch or light supper for two. -Ginger Ellsworth, Caldwell, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place chicken on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. x 15 in.). Combine broth and 1 tablespoon poppy seed dressing; spoon over chicken. Fold edges of foil around chicken mixture, leaving center open. Grill, covered, over medium heat until chicken is no longer pink, 10-12 minutes., In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, romaine and strawberries. Add the chicken and remaining poppy seed dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Fat 22g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 386mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 39g protein.
SPINACH CHICKEN SALAD
Dazzle your hungry visitors with this crunchy salad. It showcases an interesting mixture of chicken, pasta, spinach and other vegetables. The delectable dressing complements the colorful ingredients. A hearty plateful makes a satisfying entree. -Janet Mooberry, Peoria, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, grapes, peas, spinach, celery, pasta, artichoke hearts, cucumber and green onions. Cover and refrigerate. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Cover and refrigerate. , Just before serving, whisk dressing and pour over salad; toss to coat. If desired, serve on a spinach leaves and garnish with oranges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 396mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken.
- If you don't have fresh spinach, you can use baby spinach or even arugula.
- For a sweeter salad, use ripe, juicy raspberries.
- If you don't have walnuts, you can use pecans or almonds.
- Feel free to add other ingredients to your salad, such as crumbled feta cheese, goat cheese, or dried cranberries.
- For a more flavorful dressing, use a balsamic vinaigrette or a honey mustard dressing.
Conclusion:
This chicken spinach salad with raspberries is a delicious, healthy, and refreshing meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy salad recipe, give this one a try.
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