GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD WITH STRAWBERRIES AND AVOCADO

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This wonderful summer salad that is a meal all in one with grilled chicken, strawberries, avocado, spinach, and romaine lettuce topped with a sweet poppy seed dressing.

Provided by *Sherri*

Categories     Salad

Time 1h35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

½ cup olive oil
¼ cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons poppy seeds
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground dry mustard
½ teaspoon grated onion
¼ cup Italian-style salad dressing
3 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
2 medium boneless chicken breasts
2 cups baby spinach, torn into bite-sized pieces
2 cups torn romaine lettuce
2 cups hulled and sliced strawberries
1 ripe but firm avocado, pitted and sliced into bite-sized pieces
½ cup toasted pecans

Steps:

  • Combine olive oil, vinegar, honey, sugar, poppy seeds, salt, mustard, and grated onion in a blender. Transfer dressing to a bowl or jar and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
  • Combine Italian dressing and teriyaki sauce in a sealable container and add chicken. Seal and marinate at least 30 minutes to 1 hour before grilling.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken from marinade and grill until juices run clear, 5 to 8 minutes per side. Remove from heat, let cool about 10 minutes, and cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • Toss grilled chicken, spinach, and romaine lettuce together in a large serving bowl. Gently stir in strawberries and avocado. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Top salad with dressing and pecans when serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 618.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29.3 g, Cholesterol 32.3 mg, Fat 50.7 g, Fiber 7.6 g, Protein 16.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 1107.5 mg, Sugar 19.4 g

Jamir Adamz
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I love this salad! It's so healthy and refreshing.


YTE GAMING
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This is one of my favorite salad recipes. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Md Sirajul
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


RANJIT GAIHRE
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover grilled chicken. It's also a great make-ahead meal.


Silvaneus wifey material Johnson Jr
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I'm not a huge fan of grilled chicken, but I loved it in this salad. It was cooked perfectly and it was so juicy.


Riyaj Khan
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This is the perfect salad for summer! It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.


Vivian Evelyn
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I'm not a big fan of avocado, but I loved it in this salad. It added a nice creaminess and richness.


Skana 786
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This salad is so versatile! I've made it with grilled chicken, shrimp, and tofu, and it's always delicious.


Rifath Zain
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes and this one definitely fits the bill. It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make.


AFAN NELA
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It was easy to transport and it held up well in the heat.


Mukiibi Shafiq
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This salad was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's because I used honey instead of maple syrup in the dressing.


Mihaela Ciobanu
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I'm not a big fan of strawberries in salad, but I loved them in this recipe. They added a nice sweetness and crunch.


malik sarfraz
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The grilled chicken in this salad was a bit dry, but the rest of the salad was delicious. I'll try marinating the chicken next time.


Joyce mulumba
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This is my new favorite salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Shawnte Cruz
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was so refreshing and delicious. The grilled chicken was perfectly cooked and the strawberries and avocado added a nice sweetness and creaminess.


Alabi Alabi
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! I loved the combination of grilled chicken, strawberries, and avocado. The dressing was also delicious and light.