Best 7 Grilled Chicken And Raspberry Spinach Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors with our grilled chicken and raspberry spinach salad, a delightful and refreshing dish that tantalizes the taste buds. Succulent grilled chicken, marinated in a zesty blend of herbs and spices, takes center stage, while fresh raspberries and baby spinach leaves add pops of vibrant color and a medley of textures. Drizzled with a tangy raspberry vinaigrette, this salad offers a perfect balance of sweet and savory, making it an ideal choice for a light lunch or vibrant summer dinner. Additionally, discover variations of this delectable recipe, including a grilled salmon and arugula salad with a lemon-herb dressing, a flavorful grilled shrimp and quinoa salad with a creamy avocado dressing, and a hearty grilled steak salad with a balsamic glaze. Embark on a culinary journey and treat your palate to a symphony of flavors with these exceptional recipes.

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CHICKEN AND BABY SPINACH WITH RASPBERRY-BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Chicken and Baby Spinach with Raspberry-Balsamic Vinaigrette image

Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     main-dish

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup lite balsamic vinaigrette
1/2 cup fresh raspberries
3/4 teaspoon sugar
8 cups baby spinach
1/3 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup sliced cucumbers
1 1/3 cups cooked store-bought chicken breast, cut into strips
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped pecans
Freshly ground black pepper

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



Chicken and Baby Spinach with Raspberry-Balsamic Vinaigrette image

Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     main-dish

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup lite balsamic vinaigrette
1/2 cup fresh raspberries
3/4 teaspoon sugar
8 cups baby spinach
1/3 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup sliced cucumbers
1 1/3 cups cooked store-bought chicken breast, cut into strips
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped pecans
Freshly ground black pepper

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.

SPINACH SALAD WITH GRILLED CHICKEN, MANGO, AND RASPBERRIES SZWARC



Spinach Salad with Grilled Chicken, Mango, and Raspberries Szwarc image

Provided by Sandy Szwarc

Categories     Salad     Chicken     Fruit     Ginger     Marinate     Raspberry     Mango     Walnut     Spinach     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Gourmet     New Mexico

Yield Serves 2 generously

Number Of Ingredients 18

For dressing:
2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar*
1 tablespoon balsmic vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
3/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh gingerroot
1 garlic clove, minced and mashed to a paste with 1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 whole skinless boneless chicken breast (3/4 pound), halved
1 bunch spinach (about 3/4 pound), coarse stems discarded and leaves washed well and spun dry
1 firm-ripe mango, cut into 1/4-inch thick slices
2 plum tomatoes, sliced thin
2/3 cup raspberries, picked over
4 scallions, chopped fine
1/4 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped coarse
Available at specialty foods shops and some supermarkets.

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.

SUMMER CHICKEN SALAD WITH RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Summer Chicken Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette image

This best-of-the-season salad is guaranteed to be a hit! It's piled high with fresh fruits and veggies, chicken and greens, drizzled with a tasty raspberry vinaigrette-and simply delicious. -Heidi Farnworth, Riverton, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (10 ounces) ready-to-serve salad greens
3-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup fresh sugar snap peas
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 celery rib, thinly sliced
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon seedless red raspberry preserves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Place the salad greens, chicken, peas, berries and celery in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, preserves, salt, onion powder and pepper. Drizzle over salad; toss gently to coat. Top with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 287mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD WITH RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Grilled Chicken Salad With Raspberry Vinaigrette image

Make and share this Grilled Chicken Salad With Raspberry Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by EmmyDuckie

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
1 cup white wine
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, ground
1 teaspoon salt
8 cups baby spinach leaves
2 blood oranges, peeled and sectioned
1/2 small red onion, sliced
1 avocado, sliced
1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine
1/4-1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon seedless raspberry preserves
salt

Steps:

  • Mix wine, salt, and cayenne pepper, pour over chicken breasts and marinate at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  • Drain marinade, and pat dry chicken.
  • Grill on outdoor grill or grill pan until done, cut into bite sized slices, keep warm.
  • Combine dressing ingredients in a jar with a tight fitting lid. It may be necessary to microwave for a few seconds to get the preserves incorporated.
  • Toss spinach with dressing, divide onto 4 plates, top with orange, onion, and avocado, and sliced chicken.

GRILLED CHICKEN AND BABY SPINACH SALAD W/ RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Grilled Chicken and Baby Spinach Salad W/ Raspberry Vinaigrette image

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

10 ounces Baby Spinach, washed and dried
12 ounces grilled boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced (about 16 oz uncooked)
1 pint raspberries, divided
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon honey (orange blossom, if possible)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 shallot

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

BERRY CHICKEN SALAD



Berry Chicken Salad image

Bright berries and creamy goat cheese make this one a winner! -Wendy Ball, Battle Creek, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup halved fresh strawberries
2/3 cup crumbled goat cheese
3 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted
1/4 cup prepared fat-free raspberry vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. On a greased grill rack, grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 4-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°., In a large bowl, combine spinach, berries, cheese and pecans. Cut chicken into slices; add to salad. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss lightly to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 391mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs are best for this recipe. You can also use a rotisserie chicken for a quick and easy option.
  • Marinate the chicken: Marinating the chicken in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs will help to add flavor and keep it juicy.
  • Cook the chicken properly: Grill the chicken over medium heat until it is cooked through. You can also bake it in the oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes.
  • Use fresh spinach: Fresh spinach is best for this salad, but you can also use baby spinach or arugula.
  • Toast the walnuts: Toasting the walnuts will help to bring out their flavor. You can toast them in a skillet over medium heat or in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5-7 minutes.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time: The dressing for this salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

This grilled chicken and raspberry spinach salad is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. The chicken is tender and juicy, the spinach is fresh and crisp, and the raspberries add a touch of sweetness. The dressing is light and tangy, and it brings all of the flavors together perfectly. This salad is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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