ASPARAGUS SPINACH SALAD WITH CHICKEN

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We love all the fresh fruits and vegetables that are available in the summer. This salad is one of our favorite because it packs in so much great produce, plus it's quick and easy on a warm summer day. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons water
1/4 cup prepared poppy seed salad dressing
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
8 cups fresh baby spinach
3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries or fresh blueberries
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine asparagus and water. Microwave, covered, on high until crisp-tender, 2-4 minutes; drain. Remove asparagus and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry., In a small bowl, whisk dressing, orange juice, honey, orange zest and mustard until blended., In a large bowl, combine spinach, chicken, strawberries, almonds, sesame seeds and asparagus. Add dressing and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 151mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Jessie Cupp
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great make-ahead salad.


MOHAMMED ALLI CONTEH
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I love the dressing on this salad. It's so light and flavorful.


Julie Juliet
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This salad is so versatile. I've made it with different types of greens, vegetables, and proteins, and it's always delicious.


Adil Maqsood
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite in my household.


Tno Art
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with nutrients.


Ap Sabir_ yt
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few fresh ingredients, and it's so flavorful.


Shaheendilzaib Shaheen
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This salad is so healthy and delicious. I feel great about eating it.


Savina Stephen
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I made this salad for my family and they loved it. Even my picky kids ate it all up!


Peggy Playle
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to transport.


Liam Bowers
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper. It's so fresh and flavorful.


Md amir Hasan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a few extra asparagus spears and spinach leaves in my fridge, and this salad is a great way to use them up.


RUTH UKACHI
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I love the versatility of this salad. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Ogunka Patricia
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Joseph Abayneh
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is so good that it makes the spinach taste delicious.


Rylee Maher
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I made this salad with grilled chicken and it was amazing. The smokiness of the chicken really complemented the flavors of the salad.


Opaleye Nosimot
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken.


tanjeem kuddus
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I love the combination of asparagus and spinach in this salad. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Freddy Bôn rîchy
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This salad is a great way to get your veggies in. It's also very filling and satisfying.


Jonh Mateus
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Kashif Lucky
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This salad was delicious! I made it for a party and it was a hit. The asparagus and spinach were fresh and crisp, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. The dressing was also very good. I will definitely be making this salad again.


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