Summertime is when my salad cravings usually start to hit. I crave all the fresh greens and berries that are in season and are at their freshest. Our Berry Spinach Salad is the perfect summer salad to join this season!
If you haven't tried adding fruit to your salads, here's your sign to do so! This salad has the perfect mixture of sweet, creamy, tangy, and earthy – you're going to love it!
Need more salad ideas? Try our Copycat Chick-fil-A Cobb Salad.
Berry Spinach Salad with 30 Grams Protein
This vibrant Berry Spinach Salad combines juicy grilled chicken, sweet berries, and creamy goat cheese for a refreshing, high-protein meal topped with tangy balsamic vinaigrette, perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
Equipment
- 1 Cutting board + knife
- 1 Small Mixing Bowl
- 1 Mixing spoon
- measuring spoons
- 1 Grill pan, skillet, or outdoor grill
- 1 Tongs or spatula
- 1 Meat thermometer
Ingredients
For the chicken:
- 1 lb Chicken breast
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tsp Chili powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Paprika
- 1/4 tsp Garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp Onion powder
For the salad:
- 6 cups Baby spinach
- 1 cup Mixed berries
- 2 oz Goat cheese crumbles
- 1/2 cup Marzetti Simply Balsamic Vinaigrette Or a similar brand
Instructions
- Start by preparing the chicken. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil. Combine all seasonings and evenly sprinkle over both sides of the chicken breasts. Cook the chicken over medium-high heat, either in a pan or on a grill, for approximately 6 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F. Transfer to a cutting board and allow to cool slightly before slicing.
- While the chicken cools, prepare the salad and dressing.
- Arrange baby spinach on a serving plate or bowl. Layer with sliced strawberries, fresh blueberries, crumbled goat cheese, and the sliced chicken.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad to taste, or serve it on the side.
- Gently toss the salad ingredients together to coat evenly with the dressing. Serve the salad immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Store leftover salad components separately (chicken, salad greens, fruits, cheese, and dressing) in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Assemble just before serving to maintain freshness.
Variations: Substitute baby spinach with mixed greens or arugula. Try different fruits like raspberries or sliced apples. Use feta or blue cheese instead of goat cheese. Experiment with different vinaigrettes or citrus-based dressings for a variety of flavors.
Nutrition
Calories: 278kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 14g
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