Amy's Sensational Summer Salad

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A fantastic blend of fruit and feta cheese tops off this tossed salad, making it perfect for summer barbeques!

Submitted by Amy
Published on July 10, 2019
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 30 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 3 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

  • 1 cup Italian-style salad dressing

  • 1 Granny Smith apple, cored and diced

  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

  • 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped

  • 1 avocado, diced

  • 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

  • 1 ½ cups diced fresh strawberries

  • 1 cup dried cranberries

  • ¾ cup balsamic vinaigrette, or to taste

Directions

  1. Place the chicken breasts and Italian dressing into a resealable plastic bag. Mix together to coat the chicken with the dressing, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour.

  2. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil grate.

  3. Remove the chicken from the marinade, and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade. Grill the chicken breasts until no longer pink in the center, or to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 3 minutes per side. Set aside to cool while preparing the ingredients for salad, then dice.

  4. Toss the diced apple with the lemon juice in a large mixing bowl until well coated; drain and discard any excess lemon juice. Place the lettuce into the mixing bowl, then sprinkle with the diced chicken, avocado, feta cheese, strawberries, and cranberries. Gently toss the salad with the balsamic vinaigrette, and serve immediately.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

496 Calories
31g Fat
36g Carbs
22g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 496
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31g 40%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 65mg 22%
Sodium 1258mg 55%
Total Carbohydrate 36g 13%
Dietary Fiber 6g 20%
Total Sugars 23g
Protein 22g 44%
Vitamin C 45mg 50%
Calcium 135mg 10%
Iron 2mg 11%
Potassium 572mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.