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Panera Strawberry Salad

Deliciously Fresh Panera Strawberry Salad You’ll Love

This Panera Strawberry Salad is a vibrant blend of fresh strawberries, savory chicken, and crunchy pecans, perfect for warm-weather meals.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Romaine Lettuce can substitute with mixed greens or spinach
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast grilled or rotisserie chicken works well
  • 1 cup Fresh Strawberries substitute with other berries for a mixed berry salad
  • 1/2 cup Blueberries optional but recommended
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion soak in water to mellow flavor if desired
  • 1/2 cup Pecans can be replaced with walnuts or cashews
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese substitute with goat cheese or dairy-free option
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Poppy Seed Dressing homemade is recommended

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Grill
  • large serving bowl
  • Salad Tongs

Method
 

Dressing Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine fresh lemon juice, honey, and poppy seeds. Whisk until well blended, then slowly drizzle in vegetable oil while whisking until smooth. Chill the dressing in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
Chicken Preparation
  1. Season raw chicken breast with salt and pepper, then grill or pan-sear over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
Salad Assembly
  1. Rinse and dry romaine lettuce, then tear into bite-sized pieces and place in a large serving bowl.
  2. Layer sliced chicken over the lettuce, followed by quartered strawberries and a sprinkle of blueberries.
  3. Slice red onion and sprinkle over the top, along with chopped pecans.
  4. Crumble feta cheese over the salad, then drizzle with the chilled poppy seed dressing and toss gently.
  5. Serve immediately for best freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best if made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Store dressing separately to maintain salad crispness.

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