Union Market Salad Recipe
chicken, tomato, dates, avocado, corn, almonds, goat cheese, croutons, basil vinaigrette
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Basil Vinaigrette
Method
Preparing the Salad
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
If not already cooked, grill or poach the chicken breast until fully cooked. Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
- 2
Combine Salad Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped dates, diced avocado, drained corn, sliced almonds, crumbled goat cheese, and croutons. Gently toss to mix all ingredients.
Making the Basil Vinaigrette
- 3
Prepare the Vinaigrette
In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and well combined.
- 4
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the basil vinaigrette over the salad mixture. Toss gently to ensure all ingredients are coated with the dressing.
Serving the Salad
- 5
Serve
Transfer the salad to a large serving platter or individual bowls. Garnish with additional crumbled goat cheese and sliced almonds if desired. Enjoy!
