Grilled Chicken Sun Dried Tomato and Avocado Spinach Salad
Grilled Chicken Sun Dried Tomato and Avocado Spinach Salad is a vibrant dish that brings together fresh flavors and satisfying textures. Featuring tender grilled chicken, creamy avocado, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes, this salad is perfect for a wholesome lunch or as a main course at dinner gatherings. With its nutritious ingredients, including healthy fats from avocados and protein from chicken, you can enjoy a delightful meal in under 30 minutes. This versatile salad can be customized to your liking, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknights or potlucks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing/Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz baby spinach
- 1 large avocado
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 3/4 cup feta cheese
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp red apple vinegar
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 1/2 Tbsp finely minced fresh parsley
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/4 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp honey
- 1/2 tsp dijon mustard
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking olive oil, lemon juice, apple vinegar, garlic, parsley, honey, mustard, and seasonings in a mixing bowl.
- Assemble the salad by dividing spinach among plates and topping with grilled chicken, avocado, sun-dried tomatoes, feta cheese, and pine nuts.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad before serving immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg