Cranberry Avocado Spinach Salad with Chicken and Orange Poppy Seed Dressing
Cranberry Avocado Spinach Salad with Chicken and Orange Poppy Seed Dressing is a vibrant dish that combines fresh baby spinach, creamy avocados, and succulent grilled chicken, all harmoniously tossed with a zesty orange poppy seed dressing. This salad is not only visually stunning but also packed with nutrients, making it an ideal choice for lunch, dinner, or gatherings. The sweetness of dried cranberries and the crunch of toasted almonds add layers of flavor and texture, creating an unforgettable meal that you’ll want to enjoy regularly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb grilled chicken
- 9 oz baby spinach
- 2 medium avocados (diced)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3/4 cup sliced almonds (toasted)
- 3/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- 2 tsp orange zest
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp honey
- 2 tsp dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 Tbsp poppy seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by blending olive oil, canola oil, orange zest, orange juice, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, and salt until emulsified. Stir in poppy seeds and refrigerate.
- In a large bowl, combine grilled chicken, baby spinach, diced avocados, crumbled feta, toasted almonds, and dried cranberries.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately for the freshest taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg