Description
This easy strawberry chicken salad is one of the best healthy lunch ideas! Sweet, fresh, and packed with protein, it’s quick to make and perfect for spring or summer. Simple to prep, colorful, and full of texture, this salad makes a great meal for brunch, dinner, or a light picnic. A delicious, feel-good recipe you’ll make again and again!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 grilled chicken breast, sliced
- 2 cups mixed greens or romaine
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta or goat cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup pecans or walnuts
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Season and cook chicken until golden and cooked through. Let rest and slice.
- Wash and dry greens. Slice strawberries, cucumber, and red onion. Crumble cheese and chop nuts.
- Toss greens lightly with olive oil and a splash of balsamic vinegar.
- Arrange salad on plate with veggies, cheese, nuts, and sliced chicken.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze and finish with fresh pepper. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use goat cheese for creaminess or feta for a tangy bite.
- Toast nuts for extra flavor and crunch.
- Substitute strawberries with blueberries or apples for variation.
- Store components separately if making ahead.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg