Cranberry Avocado Spinach Salad with Chicken and Orange Poppy Seed Dressing
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Cranberry Avocado Spinach Salad with Chicken and Orange Poppy Seed Dressing. This delightful salad combines tender grilled chicken, creamy avocados, and crunchy almonds with a tangy dressing made from fresh orange juice and zesty poppy seeds. Perfect for a light lunch or as a stunning centerpiece for your next gathering, this salad is not just a feast for the eyes but also a powerhouse of nutrition. Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh spinach and cranberries, it is both refreshing and satisfying. With its quick preparation time of just 30 minutes, you can enjoy this healthy dish any time of year.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb grilled chicken
- 9 oz baby spinach
- 2 medium avocados
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 Tbsp honey
- Poppy seeds
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup sliced almonds (toasted)
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by blending olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, honey, mustard, salt, and poppy seeds until smooth. Refrigerate until ready.
- In a large bowl, combine sliced grilled chicken, baby spinach, diced avocados, dried cranberries, and toasted almonds.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg