Spinach Orzo Chicken Salad with Goat Cheese
Indulge in the freshness of Spinach Orzo Chicken Salad with Goat Cheese—a vibrant and nutritious dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This delightful salad combines tender orzo, juicy diced chicken, and creamy goat cheese, all tossed together with colorful vegetables like baby spinach and cherry tomatoes. With a tangy vinaigrette to pull it all together, this dish is not only light and healthy but also incredibly satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked orzo
- 1 cooked chicken breast, diced
- 3 cups baby spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup roasted red pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup sliced green onion
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 ounces crumbled goat cheese
- 2 tablespoons chicken sparkling grape juice vinegar (or apple vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo in boiling water according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled orzo, diced chicken, spinach, roasted red pepper, green onion, cherry tomatoes, basil, and goat cheese. Toss gently.
- In a small bowl, mix the vinaigrette ingredients by whisking until blended.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and stir until evenly coated. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg