Description
The Cranberry Avocado Spinach Salad with Chicken and Orange Poppy Seed Dressing is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines the freshness of spinach, the creaminess of avocado, and the sweetness of cranberries. This salad is not only visually stunning but also packed with flavor, making it an ideal choice for lunch, dinner, or special occasions. The homemade orange poppy seed dressing adds a delightful zing that ties all the ingredients together. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this salad is perfect for both casual meals and elegant gatherings. Impress your guests or enjoy a wholesome meal at home with this delicious recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb grilled chicken
- 9 oz baby spinach
- 2 medium avocados, diced
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries
- 3/4 cup sliced almonds (toasted)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- 2 tsp orange zest
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp honey
- 2 tsp dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 Tbsp poppy seeds
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by combining olive oil, canola oil, orange zest, orange juice, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and salt in a blender. Blend until emulsified. Stir in poppy seeds and refrigerate.
- In a large bowl, combine grilled chicken, spinach, diced avocados, crumbled feta cheese, toasted almonds, and dried cranberries.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately for a fresh experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 29g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg