Summer Layered Chicken Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
33%
Summer Layered Chicken Salad
15 min.
6
495kcal

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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 flavor and texture, this salad is not only gluten-free but also a feast for the eyes, making it an ideal centerpiece for your lunch or dinner table.

Imagine tender, fully cooked chicken breast strips layered with fresh, crisp romaine lettuce, juicy strawberries, and rich crumbled Gorgonzola cheese. The addition of crunchy pecan halves adds a delightful contrast, while the homemade dressing, featuring a zesty blend of Dijon mustard, garlic, and red wine vinegar, ties all the flavors together beautifully.

In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this nutritious meal that serves six, making it perfect for family gatherings or a casual get-together with friends. With a caloric breakdown that emphasizes protein and healthy fats, this salad not only satisfies your hunger but also nourishes your body. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your guests with this refreshing and delicious Summer Layered Chicken Salad!

Ingredients

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

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

Calories495kcal
Protein26.53%
Fat61.86%
Carbs11.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.85
Glycemic Load
4.68
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
29.274782896042%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.24mg
Petunidin
0.08mg
Delphinidin
1.6mg
Malvidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
17.89mg
Peonidin
0.04mg
Catechin
3.61mg
Epigallocatechin
1.63mg
Epicatechin
0.46mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.11mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.51mg
Naringenin
0.19mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.37mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
2.01mg
Gallocatechin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:495.14kcal
24.76%
Fat:34.6g
53.24%
Saturated Fat:7.44g
46.52%
Carbohydrates:14.62g
4.87%
Net Carbohydrates:10.16g
3.7%
Sugar:9.03g
10.03%
Cholesterol:86.47mg
28.82%
Sodium:489.07mg
21.26%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:33.39g
66.77%
Vitamin A:4957.91IU
99.16%
Vitamin K:81.45µg
77.57%
Vitamin B3:12.53mg
62.67%
Manganese:1.25mg
62.28%
Vitamin C:44.93mg
54.47%
Selenium:27.82µg
39.74%
Phosphorus:355.4mg
35.54%
Vitamin B6:0.66mg
33.13%
Folate:106.29µg
26.57%
Fiber:4.45g
17.81%
Magnesium:69.75mg
17.44%
Copper:0.34mg
17.01%
Potassium:595.49mg
17.01%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.61%
Zinc:2.45mg
16.34%
Calcium:157.43mg
15.74%
Vitamin B5:1.48mg
14.84%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.6%
Iron:2.31mg
12.83%
Vitamin E:1.82mg
12.1%
Vitamin B12:0.52µg
8.66%
Vitamin D:0.18µg
1.2%