Vegetable Stir-Fry with Peanut Sauce
Looking for a quick, nutritious, and flavorful meal? This high-protein chicken and spinach salad is packed with lean protein, fresh greens, and a zesty homemade dressing that will leave you feeling satisfied and energized. Perfect for meal prep, lunch, or a light dinner!
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup grilled chicken breast sliced
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
- ¼ cup cucumber sliced
- ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled (optional)
- ¼ cup roasted almonds or walnuts
- ½ avocado sliced
For the Dressing:
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup for vegan
- 1 clove garlic minced
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients
- If not using pre-cooked chicken, season chicken breast with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil. Grill or pan-sear over medium heat for about 5 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Wash and dry the baby spinach.
- Slice the cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and avocado.
Step 2: Make the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Step 3: Assemble the Salad
- In a large bowl, toss the spinach, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and grilled chicken.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese, roasted almonds, and sliced avocado.
Step 4: Serve & Enjoy
- Serve immediately as a fresh and filling meal, or store dressing separately for meal prep.