Strawberry Chicken Summer Salad
I have a serious obsession with putting strawberries in my salads, especially during the summer when they are just too lush and gorgeous to ignore! They are the perfect salad topping, adding just a touch of sweetness to your salads. And my favorite way to dress a salad with strawberries on it is with balsamic vinegar. Strawberries + balsamic vinegar = B.F.F.’s. Always and forever.
I think I have been making a version of this salad for over 10 years now. It’s just simple, light, flavorful, and well, perfect!
For this recipe, I used the new STAR Fine Foods Signature Series Extra Virgin Olive Oil. It’s rich and smooth, perfect for dressings and marinades!

Strawberry Chicken Summer Salad
Ingredients:
For the Balsamic Lemon Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons STAR The Signature Series Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon STAR Modena Gold Edition Balsamic Vinegar
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons honey
- salt and pepper to taste
For the salad:
- 4 cups spring mix greens (or greens of your choice)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 1 1/2 cups sliced strawberries
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1/4 cup sliced green onion
- Balsamic Lemon Dressing
Directions:
- To make the dressing, whisk together all of the ingredients in a small bowl until combined. Set aside.
- To prepare the salad, add the greens to a large bowl followed by the chicken, strawberries, almonds, and the green onion. Drizzle desired amount of the dressing and toss until well-mixed and everything is lightly coated in the dressing.
Disclaimer: I have an ongoing relationship with STAR Fine Foods for recipe development. This post is sponsored by STAR. I was compensated for my time and work. However, all opinions of the product stated in this post are my own.
Agreed! Strawberries on salads are a must – especially in the summer! This looks wonderful!
Agreed!