Lemon-Basil Chicken Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
52%
Lemon-Basil Chicken Salad
45 min.
5
287kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious yet healthy meal that is packed with flavor and perfect for any time of the day? Look no further than this Lemon-Basil Chicken Salad! With its vibrant colors and refreshing taste, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a nourishing choice for your body. Whether you're preparing lunch, dinner, or a quick snack, this dish is versatile enough to suit any occasion.

This salad features tender, chopped cooked chicken breasts paired with fresh baby spinach and zesty sun-dried tomatoes, creating a delightful combination of textures and flavors. The star of the dish is the zesty lemon-basil dressing, which infuses the salad with an invigorating citrus taste that perfectly complements the tender chicken and greens. Plus, it's gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a fantastic option for those with dietary restrictions.

Ready in just 45 minutes and serving up to five people, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends and family. With only 287 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while still enjoying a satisfying meal. So grab your ingredients and get ready to whip up this delicious Lemon-Basil Chicken Salad that will surely become a staple in your healthy recipe rotation!

Ingredients

  • cups baby spinach fresh
  • cups chicken breast strips/pre-cooked/chopped cooked chopped
  • teaspoons dijon mustard 
  • tablespoon basil fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove pressed
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon 
  • 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon sugar 
  • 0.3 cup sun-dried olives diced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk together basil, olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic, sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, and salt.
  2. Combine chicken, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes in a large bowl.
  3. Drizzle with basil mixture, tossing to coat.
  4. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories287kcal
Protein51.03%
Fat40.38%
Carbs8.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
52.82
Glycemic Load
1.36
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
19.304782514987%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.6mg
Hesperetin
1.77mg
Naringenin
0.17mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
0.77mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.53mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:287.26kcal
14.36%
Fat:12.77g
19.64%
Saturated Fat:2.34g
14.62%
Carbohydrates:6.11g
2.04%
Net Carbohydrates:4.79g
1.74%
Sugar:3.56g
3.95%
Cholesterol:95.2mg
31.73%
Sodium:238.9mg
10.39%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.3g
72.6%
Vitamin B3:16.14mg
80.69%
Vitamin K:68.21µg
64.96%
Selenium:32.22µg
46.03%
Vitamin B6:0.74mg
36.76%
Phosphorus:291.65mg
29.16%
Vitamin A:1236.26IU
24.73%
Potassium:624.8mg
17.85%
Magnesium:58.32mg
14.58%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.34%
Vitamin C:11.49mg
13.93%
Vitamin B5:1.27mg
12.69%
Iron:2.27mg
12.62%
Vitamin E:1.79mg
11.91%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.21%
Copper:0.18mg
9.08%
Zinc:1.36mg
9.06%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.98%
Folate:35.64µg
8.91%
Vitamin B12:0.38µg
6.35%
Fiber:1.33g
5.32%
Calcium:40.96mg
4.1%
Source:My Recipes