Cranberry Avocado Spinach Salad with Chicken and Orange Poppy Seed Dressing
Cranberry Avocado Spinach Salad with Chicken and Orange Poppy Seed Dressing is a delightful blend of vibrant flavors and textures that will elevate any meal. This salad features succulent grilled chicken, creamy avocado, and sweet dried cranberries, all tossed in a zesty homemade orange poppy seed dressing. Perfect for lunch, potlucks, or family dinners, it’s not just nutritious but also quick to prepare—ready in just 30 minutes. Enjoy this refreshing dish as a main course or side, knowing it caters to various occasions from casual meals to elegant gatherings.
- 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
- In a blender, combine olive oil, canola oil, orange zest, orange juice, lemon juice, honey, dijon mustard, and salt. Blend until emulsified. Stir in poppy seeds and refrigerate.
- In a large bowl, mix together grilled chicken, spinach, diced avocados, feta cheese, sliced almonds, and cranberries.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently until combined.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 28g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg