Strawberry Chicken Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing

A vibrant and satisfying salad with juicy strawberries, crunchy almonds, creamy avocado, and tender chicken over fresh greens, finished with a tangy-sweet poppy seed dressing.

This salad is a celebration of summer flavors. It's loaded with fresh berries, citrus, and creamy avocado, making it as beautiful as it is delicious.

The homemade poppy seed dressing ties everything together with a perfect balance of tangy and sweet. It's quick to assemble, making it an ideal light dinner or a standout side dish.

Ingredients

Servings 2

Converted amounts are rounded.

Method

  1. In a large bowl, combine the spinach or field greens, sliced strawberries, blueberries, mandarin orange slices, chopped avocado, sliced almonds, and cooked chicken. Toss gently to mix.
  2. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, dry mustard (or dijon), and poppy seeds until smooth.
  3. Pour the desired amount of dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.
  4. Serve immediately, with extra dressing on the side if you like.

💡 Tips

  • For a heartier meal, add some grilled chicken breast instead of pre-cooked.
  • If you don't have poppy seeds, you can omit them or use sesame seeds as a substitute.
  • The dressing can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Inspired by a recipe from Sally's Baking Addiction

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