Berry, Lemon Chicken and Feta Salad Recipe

Name: Berry, Lemon Chicken and Feta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (11 ounce) package spring greens, salad blend; 1 lb strawberry, sliced; 11 ounces blackberries; 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled; 2 ounces parmesan cheese, finely shredded; ¾ cup sliced almonds; finely grated lemon zest, for topping (optional); grilled lemon chicken (recipe follows); poppy seed dressing (recipe follows); 1 12 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to an even thickness; ¼ cup fresh lemon juice; 2 teaspoons lemon zest; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, finely minced; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; ¾ cup mayonnaise; 5 tablespoons granulated sugar; 1 ½ tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon finely grated onion; ½ teaspoon prepared mustard; ¼ teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons poppy seeds

Servings: persons

1 (11 ounce) package spring greens, salad blend
1 lb strawberry, sliced
11 ounces blackberries
8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
2 ounces parmesan cheese, finely shredded
¾ cup sliced almonds
finely grated lemon zest, for topping (optional)
grilled lemon chicken (recipe follows)
poppy seed dressing (recipe follows)
1 12 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to an even thickness
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
¾ cup mayonnaise
5 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 ½ tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon finely grated onion
½ teaspoon prepared mustard
¼ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons poppy seeds

1
For the Grilled Lemon Chicken: Place the pounded chicken in a large resealable bag.
2
In a mixing bowl whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper.
3
Pour mixture over chicken in resealable bag, seal bag while pressing out as much excess air as possible.
4
Move chicken around as needed to evenly distribute marinade and allow chicken to rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
5
Preheat a grill to moderately high heat.
6
Brush grill grates lightly with oil and transfer chicken to grill.
7
Grill 6 - 8 minutes then rotate chicken to opposite side and grill until internal temperature of chicken registers 165 degrees on an instant read thermometer (total grill time will vary based on thickness of chicken breasts).
8
Transfer to a plate, cover with foil and allow to rest for 10 minutes, then slice into strips about 1/2-inch thick.
9
To make the Poppy Seed Dressing: In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sugar, apple cider vinegar, grated onion, mustard and salt until sugar has nearly dissolved.
10
(The mixture may, also, be blended in a Ninja or blender.)
11
Stir in poppy seeds.
12
Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate 30 minutes.
13
Remove from refrigerator and stir.
14
Store dressing in refrigerator.
15
To assemble the Salads: Layer spring mix blend onto serving plates.
16
Divide strawberries, blackberries, almonds, Feta and Parmesan cheese over salad.
17
Top with grilled lemon chicken; sprinkle with lemon zest, if desired.
18
Drizzle top with poppy seed dressing.
19
Serve immediately.

1015

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (11 ounce) package spring greens, salad blend, 1 lb strawberry, sliced, 11 ounces blackberries, 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled, and more.

Yes, Berry, Lemon Chicken and Feta Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Berry, Lemon Chicken and Feta Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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