Description
A vibrant salad featuring tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and a creamy sunflower seed butter dressing that combines crunch and creaminess.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup broccoli florets, steamed
- 1/2 cup carrots, shredded
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1/3 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/4 cup sunflower seed butter
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the shredded chicken, steamed broccoli, shredded carrots, diced bell peppers, and sunflower seeds in a large bowl. Gently toss to mix everything evenly.
- Whisk together the sunflower seed butter, honey (or maple syrup), apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture and gently toss until well coated.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes for a refreshing experience.
Notes
Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep extra dressing on the side to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: salad, chicken salad, healthy recipe, sunflower seed, easy salad