Nourish your body with a meal that’s as vibrant as it is functional. This Strawberry Chicken Salad is packed with hormone-supportive ingredients that help stabilize blood sugar, reduce inflammation, and support healthy cortisol levels. With a balance of clean protein, healthy fats, and fiber-rich produce, this salad keeps you satisfied without energy crashes. The naturally sweet strawberries paired with zesty lime and healthy fats create a refreshing dish that supports metabolism, mood, and overall hormonal harmony, making it a perfect choice for a light lunch or grounding dinner.
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup pecans
- 18 cups baby spinach (3 cups per salad)
- 4 cups strawberries, thinly sliced
- 3 cups cooked chicken breast, cubed
- 1 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 3/4 cup goat cheese
- 2 avocados, diced
- Pinch of salt
Strawberry-Lime Dressing
- 2/3 cup roughly chopped strawberries (89g)
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey (or agave)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest (about 1 large lime)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup olive oil
How to Make Strawberry Chicken Salad:
- Place the strawberries, apple cider vinegar, honey, lime juice, lime zest, and salt in a small food processor. Process until the strawberries are fully broken down, stopping to scrape the sides as needed.
- With the food processor running, slowly stream in the olive oil until the dressing becomes smooth and slightly thickened.
- Toast the pecans in a 400°F oven for 5–7 minutes, until golden and fragrant. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
- Divide the baby spinach evenly among 6 bowls. Top with sliced strawberries, cooked chicken, red onion, goat cheese, and diced avocado.
- Sprinkle each salad with a pinch of salt.
- Drizzle about 2½ tablespoons of dressing over each salad and serve immediately.
Why This Supports Women’s Hormone & Wellness Health:
This salad delivers a powerful combination of nutrients that directly support hormone balance and metabolic health. The high-quality protein from chicken helps stabilize blood sugar and supports the production of key hormones, while also keeping you full and energized. Healthy fats from avocado, olive oil, and pecans provide essential fatty acids that are critical for hormone synthesis and help regulate inflammation throughout the body. Spinach and strawberries add fiber, antioxidants, and vitamin C, supporting gut health and aiding in estrogen detoxification. Apple cider vinegar in the dressing can help improve insulin sensitivity, while the overall balance of macronutrients helps prevent cortisol spikes and energy crashes. Together, these ingredients create a meal that supports steady energy, balanced mood, and optimal hormone function.
Storage Tips:
- Store salad components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Keep dressing in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 5 days; shake well before using.
- For best freshness, assemble salads just before serving to prevent wilting.
