Best Spinach Salad With Grilled Chicken Blueberries Recipes

BLUEBERRY CHICKEN SALAD

Blueberry Chicken Salad image

On weekday mornings, I whip up this fun chicken and blueberry combination in minutes to take for lunch. It also works as a nice light salad for a summer supper, and it's a cinch to double it for a shower or potluck. -Kari Caven, Coeur d'Alene, ID

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cups fresh blueberries
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
3/4 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup diced sweet red pepper
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
3/4 cup lemon yogurt
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon salt
Bibb lettuce leaves, optional

Steps:

Set aside a few blueberries for topping salad. In a large bowl, combine chicken, celery, red pepper, green onions and remaining blueberries. In a small bowl, mix yogurt, mayonnaise and salt. Add to chicken mixture; gently toss to coat. , Refrigerate until serving. If desired, serve over lettuce. Top with reserved blueberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 441mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD WITH BLUEBERRY VINAIGRETTE

Grilled Chicken Salad with Blueberry Vinaigrette image

When it comes to grilled chicken recipes, we love this refreshing salad in the summer. The real star here is the vinaigrette made with blueberry preserves and maple syrup. It goes great with a fresh baguette and a frosty glass of minted lemonade. -Susan Gauthier, Falmouth, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
VINAIGRETTE:
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup blueberry preserves
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
SALADS:
1 package (10 ounces) ready-to-serve salad greens
1 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 cup canned mandarin oranges
1 cup crumbled goat cheese

Steps:

Toss chicken with oil, garlic, salt and pepper; refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes. In a small bowl, whisk together vinaigrette ingredients; refrigerate, covered, until serving., Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat until a thermometer reads 165°, 5-7 minutes per side. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing., Place greens on a serving plate; top with chicken, blueberries and mandarin oranges. Whisk vinaigrette again; drizzle over salad. Top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455 calories, Fat 26g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 460mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

SPINACH SALAD WITH GRILLED CHICKEN & BLUEBERRIES

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I have been craving this awesome salad that my friend and I had at a restaurant in Houston. I could not find the recipe so I tried my best to recreate it. Fresh and yummy, this combo is a nice change of pace!

Provided by Mamas Kitchen Hope

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

24 ounces chicken breasts, cooked, preferably grilled
8 cups torn fresh spinach or 8 cups mixed salad greens
2 cups blueberries (fresh)
2 tablespoons red onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons sunflower seeds (combo of nuts is great too) or 2 tablespoons sliced almonds (combo of nuts is great too)
2 tablespoons raisins
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons vinegar, sweet flavored -try any berry flavor or 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
4 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1 pinch salt, to taste
1 pinch garlic powder, to taste
1 pinch dry mustard, to taste
fresh cracked pepper, to taste

Steps:

In a jar or container with cover combine the dressing ingredients and shake well. Refrigerate to chill until ready to serve.
Wash fruit and veggies and dry completely. Dressing will not adhere if greens are wet.
Combine the spinach, blueberries, onion, sunflower kernels, nuts and raisins in a large bowl.
Slice chicken into strips and place on top of greens.
Pour chilled dressing over salad and gently toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 471.4, Fat 25.3, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 108.9, Sodium 195.5, Carbohydrate 23, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 15.6, Protein 38.9