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Strawberry Pecan Chicken Salad with Green Tea Vinaigrette

Refreshing Strawberry Pecan Chicken Salad with Green Tea Vinaigrette

Enjoy a refreshing Strawberry Pecan Chicken Salad with Green Tea Vinaigrette, a no-cook delight perfect for summer picnics.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Baby Spinach Serves as the base of your salad.
  • 1 cup Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken works well.
  • 1 cup Fresh Strawberries Adds juicy sweetness.
  • ½ cup Chopped Pecans Provides crunch.
  • 2 Sliced Scallions Deliver a mild flavor.
For the Green Tea Honey Vinaigrette
  • 1 tablespoon Matcha Powder Offers unique flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Adds sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Water Thins out dressing.
  • 1 tablespoon Whole Grain Mustard Brings a tangy flair.
  • a pinch Sea Salt Enhances flavors.
  • ½ tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice Balances dressing acidity.
  • ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Adds richness.

Equipment

  • jar with a tight-fitting lid
  • large bowl or platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine 1 tablespoon of matcha powder, 2 tablespoons of honey, 2 tablespoons of water, 1 tablespoon of whole grain mustard, a pinch of sea salt, and the juice of half a lime. Shake vigorously for about 30 seconds until all ingredients are smoothly blended.
  2. Grab a large bowl or platter and layer a generous amount of baby spinach as your base, about 4 cups.
  3. Top the bed of spinach with approximately 1 cup of shredded chicken, distributing it evenly.
  4. Slice about 1 cup of fresh strawberries and scatter them across the salad.
  5. Add about ½ cup of chopped pecans over the top.
  6. Slice 2 scallions thinly and sprinkle them over the salad.
  7. Drizzle the prepared Green Tea Honey Vinaigrette over the assembled salad.
  8. Present the salad at the table and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make the vinaigrette a few hours in advance to deepen flavors. Always use fresh ingredients for the best taste.

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