A vibrant and nutritious salad combining roasted sweet potatoes, tender chicken, fresh greens, and a sweet-savory maple Dijon dressing.
Ingredients
Vegetables
2teaspoonsavocado oil(divided)
1mediumsweet potato(peeled and diced into 1-inch pieces (~2 cups))
1smallred onion(diced (~1 cup))
1 lbraw chicken breastchicken breast(cubed)
5ouncesfresh spinach(4 large handfuls)
0.5cupdried cranberries
1mediumapple(diced (about 1 cup))
0.5cupchopped walnuts or pecans(toasted)
Dressing
0.25cupmayo
3tablespoonsavocado oil
3tablespoonspure maple syrup
1tablespoondijon mustard
1teaspoonapple cider vinegar
0.25teaspoonfine salt
0.25teaspoonblack pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Toss sweet potatoes and red onion with 1 teaspoon avocado oil, salt, and pepper; roast for 15-18 minutes.
Cook chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), about 3-4 minutes per side. Let cool.
Whisk dressing ingredients in a small bowl until combined. Toss spinach, cranberries, apple, and nuts in a large bowl. Add cooked chicken, roasted sweet potatoes, and onions. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
Notes
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.