LIME-BERRY CHICKEN SALAD

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This salad combines many of my favorite Spring flavors including strawberries, snap peas, and lime. The homemade poppy seed dressing makes this salad outstanding!

Provided by larkspur

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into thin strips
3 tablespoons frozen limeade concentrate, thawed
¼ teaspoon black pepper
⅓ cup white sugar
½ cup white vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground dry mustard
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
1 pound baby spinach leaves
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1 cup sugar snap peas, ends and strings removed
½ cup pecan halves

Steps:

  • Toss chicken breasts, limeade, and pepper in a bowl. Cook the chicken breasts in a skillet until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 8 minutes. Remove skillet from the heat and set aside.
  • Combine sugar, vinegar, salt, mustard, and onion in a blender. Process for about 20 seconds. With the blender on high speed, gradually add oil in a slow and steady stream. Stir in poppy seeds.
  • Arrange spinach on 4 salad plates and top with strawberries, peas, pecans, and the cooked chicken. Serve with the poppy seed dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.8 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 33.3 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 336.2 mg, Sugar 15.4 g

Chad Ray
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I've made this salad several times and it's always delicious. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Sikandar jutt
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This is one of my favorite chicken salad recipes. It's always a hit at parties.


Ashley Rodriguez
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also very versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


David Demery
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I love the fresh flavors in this salad. It's perfect for a summer cookout.


Kenneth Waliaula
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy lunch. It's also very easy to make.


Tijs De Hoop
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I wasn't sure about the combination of lime and berries, but I was pleasantly surprised. This salad is delicious and refreshing.


md mausd rana
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love the combination of sweet and tangy flavors.


Love Boksie Gaming
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's perfect for picnics, potlucks, or even just a quick lunch.


Bzoy Rana
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This is a great recipe for using up leftover chicken. I also like to add some chopped cucumber and red onion for extra crunch.


Renu Rai
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


leton mallik
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This chicken salad is a refreshing and flavorful summer dish. The lime and berries add a nice tanginess and sweetness. I also like the addition of cilantro, which gives it a nice herby flavor.