Strawberries Spinach Salad with Grilled Chicken and a white balsamic dressing, is the high-protein salad I crave all spring and summer!
Grilled Chicken with Strawberries and Spinach
Strawberry Spinach Salad with Grilled Chicken is one of those meals I crave every spring and summer. It’s fresh, light, and packed with flavor—juicy strawberries, tender grilled chicken, and creamy goat cheese tossed with a simple white balsamic dressing. It’s not just a pretty salad—it’s also high-protein, which makes it filling enough for a main dish. The grilled chicken adds staying power, while the fruit and greens keep it bright and refreshing.
Why This Strawberry Spinach Salad Works
I love that this strawberry spinach salad isn’t just a pretty salad, it’s also nutritious and delicious! It’s the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and satisfying while keeping things light and nutritious.
- High-protein and filling – grilled chicken makes this a complete meal, not just a side
- Balanced flavors – sweet strawberries, tangy dressing, and creamy cheese in every bite
- Texture contrast – crisp spinach, juicy berries, tender chicken, and crunchy nuts
- Easy to customize – swap cheeses, add nuts, or use whatever protein you have
- Great for meal prep – prep components ahead and assemble when ready
Variations
I also love how easy it is to customize depending on what I have on hand. You can swap the goat cheese for feta, or add walnuts, pistachios, or slivered almonds for extra crunch and a boost of protein. It’s the kind of salad that feels special enough for entertaining, but simple enough for a quick weeknight dinner.
More Strawberry Salad Recipes
I love strawberries in my salad, I could eat this all summer long, especially when strawberries are at their peak. A few other salad recipes I have with strawberries you may also enjoy:
- Mixed Baby Greens with Strawberries, Gorgonzola and Poppy Seed Dressing
- Strawberry Cucumber Salad
- Strawberry Salad with Almond-Cranberry Crusted Goat Cheese
More Grilled Recipes You Should Try
- Best Grilled Chicken
- How To Make Grilled Corn on the Cobb
- Mexican Grilled Corn Salad
- Grilled Asparagus
- Perfect Grilled Zucchini
Strawberry Spinach Salad with Grilled Chicken
Equipment
Ingredients
For the dressing:
- 3 tbsp golden balsamic vinegar
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp shallots, chopped
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon water
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
- fresh black pepper, to taste
For the chicken:
- 16 oz boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 clove garlic, crushed
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt, to taste (I used Montreal Steak Grill Mates)
For the Salad:
- 6 cups baby spinach
- 3 cups sliced strawberries
- 2 ounces soft goat cheese
- almonds, pistachios or walnuts, optional for topping
Instructions
- In a small bowl whisk together the dressing ingredients.
- For the chicken: Season chicken with seasoned salt, then mix in crushed garlic.
- Light the grill or indoor grill pan on medium heat, when hot spray the grates with oil and grill the chicken about 10 to 11 minutes on each side until charred on the outside and cooked through in the center. Set aside on a cutting board and slice on an angle.
- In a large bowl toss the spinach with the dressing. Divide between 4 plates and top with strawberries, goat cheese and grilled chicken.
