Strawberry Pecan Chicken Salad with Green Tea Vinaigrette Bliss

Enjoy this refreshing Strawberry Pecan Chicken Salad with Green Tea Vinaigrette, a perfect dish for summer packed with flavor and nutrients.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

4 cups fresh baby spinach can substitute with mixed greens or kale
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken time-saver
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries can substitute with other berries
½ cup pecans substitutes include walnuts or almonds
¼ cup sliced scallions can use green or red onions

For the Vinaigrette

1 tablespoon matcha powder or use regular green tea
2 tablespoons honey maple syrup or agave for vegan
2 tablespoons water can replace with lime juice
1 teaspoon whole grain mustard Dijon is a good substitute
½ teaspoon sea salt table or kosher salt also works
½ cup fresh lime juice lemon juice is also great
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil or use avocado oil

Equipment

mason jar
Salad Bowl
whisk
Salad Tongs

Method

Preparation Steps

In a mason jar, combine matcha powder, honey, water, whole grain mustard, sea salt, and lime juice. Add olive oil and shake or whisk until emulsified. This takes about 2 minutes.
In a large salad bowl, layer the baby spinach, followed by shredded chicken, sliced strawberries, pecans, and scallions.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to combine without bruising the ingredients.
Serve immediately to enjoy the freshness and vibrant flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, dress the salad just before serving. Prepare vinaigrette ahead for enhanced flavor.

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