Best Spinach Salad With Grilled Chicken Blueberries Recipes

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CHICKEN STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD



Chicken Strawberry Spinach Salad image

This pretty spinach salad, topped with grilled chicken, strawberries and almonds, features a delectably sweet poppy seed dressing. Made in moments, it's a refreshing lunch or light supper for two. -Ginger Ellsworth, Caldwell, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup poppy seed salad dressing, divided
2 cups fresh baby spinach
1 cup torn romaine
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Place chicken on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. x 15 in.). Combine broth and 1 tablespoon poppy seed dressing; spoon over chicken. Fold edges of foil around chicken mixture, leaving center open. Grill, covered, over medium heat until chicken is no longer pink, 10-12 minutes., In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, romaine and strawberries. Add the chicken and remaining poppy seed dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Fat 22g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 386mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

SPINACH SALAD WITH GRILLED CHICKEN & BLUEBERRIES



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I have been craving this awesome salad that my friend and I had at a restaurant in Houston. I could not find the recipe so I tried my best to recreate it. Fresh and yummy, this combo is a nice change of pace!

Provided by Mamas Kitchen Hope

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

24 ounces chicken breasts, cooked, preferably grilled
8 cups torn fresh spinach or 8 cups mixed salad greens
2 cups blueberries (fresh)
2 tablespoons red onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons sunflower seeds (combo of nuts is great too) or 2 tablespoons sliced almonds (combo of nuts is great too)
2 tablespoons raisins
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons vinegar, sweet flavored -try any berry flavor or 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
4 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1 pinch salt, to taste
1 pinch garlic powder, to taste
1 pinch dry mustard, to taste
fresh cracked pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a jar or container with cover combine the dressing ingredients and shake well. Refrigerate to chill until ready to serve.
  • Wash fruit and veggies and dry completely. Dressing will not adhere if greens are wet.
  • Combine the spinach, blueberries, onion, sunflower kernels, nuts and raisins in a large bowl.
  • Slice chicken into strips and place on top of greens.
  • Pour chilled dressing over salad and gently toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 471.4, Fat 25.3, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 108.9, Sodium 195.5, Carbohydrate 23, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 15.6, Protein 38.9

GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD WITH BLUEBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Grilled Chicken Salad with Blueberry Vinaigrette image

When it comes to grilled chicken recipes, we love this refreshing salad in the summer. The real star here is the vinaigrette made with blueberry preserves and maple syrup. It goes great with a fresh baguette and a frosty glass of minted lemonade. -Susan Gauthier, Falmouth, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
VINAIGRETTE:
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup blueberry preserves
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
SALADS:
1 package (10 ounces) ready-to-serve salad greens
1 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 cup canned mandarin oranges
1 cup crumbled goat cheese

Steps:

  • Toss chicken with oil, garlic, salt and pepper; refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes. In a small bowl, whisk together vinaigrette ingredients; refrigerate, covered, until serving., Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat until a thermometer reads 165°, 5-7 minutes per side. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing., Place greens on a serving plate; top with chicken, blueberries and mandarin oranges. Whisk vinaigrette again; drizzle over salad. Top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455 calories, Fat 26g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 460mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

SPINACH AND CHICKEN SALAD



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This salad tastes great and packs a super nutritional punch! Try it with any dressing, but my favorite is a fat free roasted garlic vinaigrette.

Provided by JESSICAWILLIAMS

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (10 ounce) bag fresh spinach, rinsed and dried
4 cooked skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, sliced
1 zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
½ cup black olives
3 ounces fontina cheese, shredded
½ cup fat-free roasted garlic salad dressing

Steps:

  • Place equal portions of spinach onto four salad plates. Arrange chicken, zucchini, bell pepper, and black olives over spinach, and top with cheese. Drizzle dressing over salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Cholesterol 97.8 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 727.3 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

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