Heart-Healthy Rotisserie Chicken Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavorful Heart-Healthy Rotisserie Chicken Salad, a perfect blend of wholesome ingredients and zesty homemade dressing. Packed with nutrient-rich baby spinach, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and creamy avocado, this salad is topped with tender, shredded rotisserie chicken for an effortless protein boost. A sprinkle of sliced almonds adds a satisfying crunch, while the tangy dressing—crafted with lemon juice, olive oil, and a hint of honey—ties it all together beautifully. Ready in just 20 minutes, this no-cook, low-sodium recipe is ideal for a quick lunch or dinner that’s as nourishing as it is delicious. Perfect for those seeking a balanced, heart-healthy meal bursting with fresh, vibrant flavors!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Rotisserie chicken, skin removed and shredded
- 4 cups Baby spinach
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup Cucumber, diced
- 1 cup Red bell pepper, chopped
- 0.5 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 large Avocado, diced
- 0.25 cup Almonds, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Begin by preparing the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
Step 2
Remove the skin from the rotisserie chicken and shred the meat into bite-sized pieces. Measure out 2 cups and set aside.
Step 3
In a large salad bowl, combine the baby spinach, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and avocado.
Step 4
Add the shredded chicken to the salad bowl with the vegetables.
Step 5
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients, ensuring the dressing is evenly distributed.
Step 6
Top the salad with the sliced almonds for a crunchy texture.
Step 7
Divide the salad into four portions and serve immediately. Enjoy this nutritious and heart-healthy meal!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1558.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1741.1 |
| Total Fat 90.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 15.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 388.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2501.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 70.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 28.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 27.6g | |
| Protein 163.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 398.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3808.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories