Spinach Power Salad with Mandarin Vinaigrette
Spinach is a good source of folate, an important nutrient your body needs for cell health. It is an excellent source of vitamin A (good for eyes and immune system) and vitamin K (good for bones and blood).
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Serves4 (2 cups each)
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Ingredients
- 1 3-ounce container mandarin oranges, juice and fruit separated
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 ounces chicken breast, boneless and skinless
- 5 ounces baby spinach
- 1 carrot, peeled and shredded
- 24 red grapes
- 1 1/2 ounces walnuts, chopped
Directions
- In a blender (or in a bowl and using a whisk), combine juice, oil, vinegar, onion, both mustards, salt, and pepper. Pour into container with tight fitting lid.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high. Grill the chicken, flipping once, for about 10 minutes total, or until cooked through. Chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Divide the spinach among 4 bowls. Top each bowl with shredded carrots, grapes, chicken, Mandarin oranges, and walnuts.
- Shake the dressing to ensure it’s mixed well and drizzle desired amount on top of salad. Enjoy!
Recipe Tips
Alternatively, cook chicken under the broiler or on an electric grill.
Nutrition Facts
Spinach Power Salad with Mandarin Vinaigrette
Amount Per Serving (2 cups eachg)
Calories 396
Calories from Fat 207
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 23g
35%
Saturated Fat 3g
15%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 7g
Monounsaturated Fat 12g
Cholesterol 48mg
16%
Sodium 465mg
19%
Potassium 717mg
20%
Total Carbohydrates 28g
9%
Dietary Fiber 4g
16%
Sugars 20g
Protein 22g
44%
Vitamin A
110%
Vitamin C
85%
Vitamin D0%
Calcium
7%
Iron
14%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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