Summer Layered Chicken Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
33%
Summer Layered Chicken Salad
15 min.
6
469kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Summer Layered Chicken Salad! This vibrant dish is perfect for those warm days when you crave something light yet satisfying. Packed with fresh ingredients and bursting with flavor, this salad is not only gluten-free but also a feast for the eyes and the palate.

Imagine a colorful medley of crisp romaine lettuce, tender chicken breast strips, and juicy strawberries, all harmoniously layered to create a stunning presentation. The addition of crumbled Gorgonzola cheese and crunchy pecan halves elevates this salad to a whole new level, providing a delightful contrast in textures and flavors.

What makes this recipe truly special is its quick preparation time—ready in just 15 minutes! Whether you're looking for a nutritious lunch, a main course for dinner, or a dish to impress your guests at a summer gathering, this salad fits the bill perfectly. The homemade dressing, featuring a blend of olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and garlic, ties all the ingredients together, adding a zesty kick that will leave you wanting more.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to indulge in a refreshing and wholesome meal that celebrates the best of summer produce. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • cups the of 1 cos lettuce (from 1 head)
  • 18 oz chicken breast strips/pre-cooked/chopped frozen thawed fully cooked (not breaded) (4 cups)
  • oz gorgonzola crumbled
  • oz cashew pieces 
  • cups strawberries fresh quartered
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons red wine vinegar 
  • teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • clove garlic finely chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. In deep 3-quart salad bowl, place half of the lettuce.
  2. Layer with chicken, cheese, pecan halves, remaining lettuce and strawberries.
  3. In small bowl or glass measuring cup, mix dressing ingredients with wire whisk until well blended. Just before serving, pour dressing over salad.

Nutrition Facts

Calories469kcal
Protein29.57%
Fat55.52%
Carbs14.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.38
Glycemic Load
5.88
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
29.515652210816%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.21mg
Petunidin
0.08mg
Delphinidin
0.22mg
Malvidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
17.89mg
Peonidin
0.04mg
Catechin
2.24mg
Epigallocatechin
0.56mg
Epicatechin
0.3mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.11mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Naringenin
0.19mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.37mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
2.01mg
Gallocatechin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:469.06kcal
23.45%
Fat:29.28g
45.05%
Saturated Fat:7.75g
48.41%
Carbohydrates:17.7g
5.9%
Net Carbohydrates:14.43g
5.25%
Sugar:9.39g
10.44%
Cholesterol:86.47mg
28.82%
Sodium:491.34mg
21.36%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:35.1g
70.19%
Vitamin A:4947.33IU
98.95%
Vitamin K:87.24µg
83.08%
Vitamin B3:12.51mg
62.57%
Vitamin C:44.82mg
54.33%
Selenium:30.86µg
44.09%
Phosphorus:415.12mg
41.51%
Manganese:0.71mg
35.39%
Vitamin B6:0.7mg
35.08%
Folate:106.86µg
26.71%
Copper:0.53mg
26.41%
Magnesium:102.06mg
25.52%
Potassium:642.74mg
18.36%
Zinc:2.69mg
17.91%
Iron:3.09mg
17.19%
Calcium:151.2mg
15.12%
Vitamin B5:1.48mg
14.84%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.8%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.62%
Fiber:3.26g
13.05%
Vitamin E:1.72mg
11.47%
Vitamin B12:0.52µg
8.66%
Vitamin D:0.18µg
1.2%