Healthy Chicken and Pumpkin Salad
Healthy Chicken and Pumpkin Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that perfectly combines tender chicken, sweet roasted pumpkin, and fresh mixed greens, all topped with a zesty dressing. This delightful salad is quick to prepare, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Packed with flavor and color, it’s sure to impress your family and friends while providing a wholesome meal that nourishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh pumpkin, cubed
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, and kale)
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (divided)
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss pumpkin cubes in 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the baking sheet and roast for about 25 minutes until fork-tender.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken for about 6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, roasted pumpkin, sliced red onion, and diced chicken. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
- Serve immediately on plates or in bowls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg