Description
Chicken Strawberry Spinach Salad with Ginger-Lime Dressing is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly combines tender chicken, juicy strawberries, and fresh spinach. Topped with a zesty ginger-lime dressing, this salad is not just a meal; it’s a celebration of flavors that will elevate any gathering. Ideal for picnics or light lunches, it’s both nutritious and easy to prepare, making it a must-try recipe for health-conscious food lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 6 cups fresh baby spinach
- 2 cups strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season chicken with salt and pepper in a baking dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Let chicken rest for five minutes before slicing into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together grated ginger, lime juice, honey, and olive oil until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine spinach, strawberries, red onion, and feta cheese. Add sliced chicken on top.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently until well coated.
- Serve immediately for best freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg