Description
Get ready to fall in love with this vibrant Healthy Strawberry Chicken Salad—a perfect choice for a quick breakfast, easy dinner, or refreshing lunch! This colorful dish features tender grilled chicken, juicy fresh strawberries, creamy avocado, and crisp greens all drizzled with a zesty balsamic vinaigrette. It’s an irresistible balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors that will brighten up any meal. Whether you’re hunting for healthy snack ideas, light dinner recipes, or beautiful food ideas for a party, this easy recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort. Fresh, wholesome, and beautifully simple, this salad will make your taste buds sing!
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (plus extra for grilling)
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (for marinating)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 6 cups mixed greens
- 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- Fresh basil or mint (optional)
For the Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 20–30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill chicken for 5–7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Allow chicken to rest for a few minutes, then slice into strips.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, strawberries, cucumber, red onion, and avocado.
- Prepare the dressing: whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Top the salad with sliced chicken and drizzle with the dressing.
- Garnish with fresh basil or mint if desired, and serve immediately!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes