Description
This chicken spinach salad is fresh, protein-packed, and full of texture. It’s a quick, healthy meal perfect for lunch or a light dinner that leaves you feeling satisfied without being heavy.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 grilled or sautéed chicken breast, sliced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup feta or goat cheese
- 2–3 tbsp balsamic vinaigrette or dressing of choice
Instructions
- Prepare and slice all vegetables.
- Cook or slice the chicken breast and let it rest briefly.
- Arrange spinach in a large salad bowl or plate.
- Top with cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, avocado, and cheese.
- Drizzle with dressing and toss gently just before serving.
Notes
- Protein boosts: Add hard-boiled eggs or cooked quinoa.
- Texture enhancers: Include nuts, seeds, or dried cranberries.
- Cheese options: Swap for blue cheese, shredded cheddar, or skip for dairy-free.
- Leafy greens: Use arugula or mixed greens instead of spinach.
- Meal prep: Store components separately; assemble and dress before eating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
