There is so much about this salad that I love. And when I say "so much," I mean everything. Healthy, iron-rich spinach, lean chicken, sweet-tart blackberries, and tangy goat cheese crumbles--what's not to love? A nutritious and light meal on the table in under 20 minutes? Yes please.
Spinach Salad with Chicken, Blackberries, and Goat Cheese
an "Apple a Day" original
Ingredients:
9 oz. baby spinach
3 chicken breasts, cooked and sliced
1 1/2 c. fresh blackberries (about 2 clam shells)
1/2 c. goat cheese, crumbled
1/2 c. hazelnuts, toasted and chopped
1 recipe red wine vinaigrette (recipe in this post)
Directions:
1. Place spinach in one large serving bowl or divide among four smaller bowls or plates. Top evenly with chicken, goat cheese, and hazelnuts. Drizzle with desired amount of red wine vinaigrette. Serve immediately.