Description
Fresh Cherry Salad with Chicken & Cherry Balsamic Dressing is a delightful, vibrant dish that brings together the sweet juiciness of fresh cherries, tender grilled chicken, and creamy honey goat cheese. Perfect for summer picnics and light weeknight dinners, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients. The homemade cherry balsamic dressing adds a tangy kick that elevates each bite, making it a versatile choice for any occasion. With minimal preparation time and easy-to-find ingredients, this salad promises to be a hit on your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- 8 cups power greens (arugula recommended)
- 4 oz honey goat cheese
- 5 cups Chelan Fresh sweet cherries (pitted and sliced)
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp basil
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/4 tsp garlic
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to 400°F. Season the chicken tenders with salt and black pepper.
- Grill the chicken for 8-10 minutes until fully cooked.
- In a blender, mix olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, basil, oregano, and garlic until smooth.
- On a plate or in a bowl, layer 2 cups of power greens as the base. Top with 1 oz of honey goat cheese and 1 cup of sliced cherries.
- Drizzle with cherry balsamic dressing before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg