Tasty Cape Cod Salad: A Fresh Twist for Your Next Meal

Cape Cod Salad is a vibrant dish combining fresh greens, tender chicken, apples, and cranberries for a refreshing meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Chilling Time 30

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner Ideas

Cuisine: New England

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad Base

4 cups mixed salad greens A blend of arugula, spinach, and romaine
2 cups cooked chicken breast Diced

For the Sweet Touch

1 cup dried cranberries
1 medium diced apple Preferably Granny Smith

For the Creamy Texture

½ cup crumbled feta cheese

For the Crunch

½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
¼ medium thinly sliced red onion

For the Dressing

¼ cup balsamic vinaigrette dressing

Equipment

Salad Bowl
Grill or Skillet
knife
cutting board
salad spinner

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Wash and dry mixed salad greens thoroughly; transfer to a salad bowl.
If using raw chicken breast, season lightly and grill for 10-15 minutes until cooked through.
Dice the apple into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Thinly slice the red onion and add to the bowl with mixed greens.
Add diced chicken, dried cranberries, and chopped nuts to the salad bowl; stir gently.
Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the salad.
Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette dressing over the salad; toss gently to combine.
Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Using fresh ingredients enhances the salad's flavor. Chill before serving for best results.

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