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Cranberry Avocado Spinach Salad with Chicken and Orange Poppy Seed Dressing

Cranberry Avocado Spinach Salad with Chicken and Orange Poppy Seed Dressing

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Cranberry Avocado Spinach Salad with Chicken and Orange Poppy Seed Dressing is a delightful blend of fresh ingredients that creates a vibrant and nutritious meal. This refreshing salad is bursting with flavor, thanks to the combination of grilled chicken, creamy avocados, tangy cranberries, and nutrient-packed spinach. The star of the dish is the homemade Orange Poppy Seed dressing, which elevates every bite with its sweet citrus notes. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or gatherings, this salad not only nourishes your body but also pleases your palate. With its quick preparation time and versatility, it’s bound to become a favorite in your recipe arsenal.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

  • Grilled chicken
  • Baby spinach
  • Avocados
  • Dried cranberries
  • Feta cheese
  • Sliced almonds
  • Orange Poppy Seed dressing (made from olive oil, orange juice, honey, etc.)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Orange Poppy Seed dressing by blending olive oil, canola oil, orange zest, orange juice, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt until emulsified. Stir in poppy seeds and refrigerate.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine grilled chicken, baby spinach, diced avocados, crumbled feta cheese, sliced almonds, and dried cranberries.
  3. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
  4. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 23g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg