Anti-Inflammatory Chicken & Beet Salad

3.5
(4)
4 Reviews

Tart cherry juice concentrate adds flavor and helps fight inflammation when teamed up with other anti-inflammatory foods like beets and walnuts in this quick salad. Buying packaged cooked beets cuts down on time (and mess!). Look for them in the produce section where other prepared vegetables are sold.

By
Julia Levy
Julia Levy
Julia Levy

Julia Levy has been working in recipe publishing for almost a decade, but testing recipes for as long as she's been able to wield a spoon.

EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines
Updated on June 20, 2024
Reviewed by Dietitian
Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD
Emily Lachtrupp Headshot
Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD

Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston.

EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines
Tested by
EatingWell Test Kitchen
Eating Well Bio Page
Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen

The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters.

Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen
Chicken Beet Salad
Photo:

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Melissa Gray, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Active Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
4
Nutrition Profile:
Sesame-Free Soy-Free High-Protein Egg-Free Gluten-Free Anti-Inflammatory
Jump to Nutrition Facts
all ingredients in various bowls/dishes

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Melissa Gray, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Cook Mode (Keep screen awake)

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

  • 2 tablespoons tart cherry juice concentrate (see Tip)

  • 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper

  • ¼ teaspoon grated lime zest

  • 1 (5 ounce) package spring mix salad greens

  • 2 ½ cups chopped or shredded cooked chicken breast (10 ounces)

  • 1 (6.7- to 8.8-ounce) package cooked beets, quartered

  • ¾ cup shaved Brussels sprouts

  • ½ cup crumbled goat cheese

  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Directions

  1. Whisk oil, juice concentrate, vinegar, salt, pepper and lime zest together in a large bowl.

    overhead view of salad dressing in a bowl with a whisk

    Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Melissa Gray, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster

  2. Add salad greens, chicken, beets and Brussels sprouts; toss to coat. Divide the salad among 4 plates; top with goat cheese and walnuts.

    Chicken Beet Salad with a bowl of chopped walnuts on the side

    Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Melissa Gray, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster

To make ahead

Refrigerate vinaigrette (Step 1) in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Tip

Find tart cherry juice concentrate in the juice aisle of major grocery stores. If not available, you can use tart cherry juice.

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, August 2023

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

380 Calories
25g Fat
15g Carbs
24g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 2 cups
Calories 380
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 15g 5%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 24g 48%
Total Fat 25g 32%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 59mg 20%
Vitamin A 1102IU 22%
Vitamin C 21mg 23%
Vitamin D 6IU 2%
Vitamin E 3mg 18%
Folate 61mcg 15%
Vitamin K 30mcg 25%
Sodium 727mg 32%
Calcium 124mg 10%
Iron 2mg 11%
Magnesium 45mg 11%
Potassium 442mg 9%
Zinc 1mg 9%
Omega 3 1g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Related Articles

Side view of a bowl of Chicken & Cabbage Salad with Nuoc Cham Dressing recipe
Chicken & Cabbage Salad with Nuoc Cham Dressing
15 mins
overhead view of Spicy White Bean & Spinach Salad in a bowl
Fiber-Packed Spicy White Bean & Spinach Salad
10 mins
6768424.jpg
Anti-Inflammatory Cherry-Spinach Smoothie
5 mins
Overhead view of The Best Shrimp & Grits recipe in a white bowl
The Best Shrimp & Grits
15 mins
6181389.jpg
Chicken, Brussels Sprouts & Mushroom Salad
10 mins
Overhead view of a bowl of Creamy Green Pea Pesto Pasta recipe
Creamy Green Pea Pesto Pasta
20 mins
Overhead view of a skillet with pork chops from Pork Chops with White Wine & Capers recipe
Pork Chops with White Wine & Capers
15 mins
green salad with edamame and beets
Green Salad with Edamame & Beets
15 mins
5050775.jpg
Strawberry Poppy Seed Salad with Chicken
10 mins
Steak enchilada skillet with a wooden serving spoon in it, as well as a bowl of brown rice and cilantro next to it
Steak Enchilada Skillet
15 mins
Overhead view of a plate of Braised Lentils & Kale with Fried Eggs recipe
Braised Lentils & Kale with Fried Eggs
15 mins
a recipe photo of the Anti-Inflammatory Cherry, Beet & Kale Smoothie
Anti-Inflammatory Cherry, Beet & Kale Smoothie
5 mins
4550449.jpg
Quinoa Chickpea Salad with Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Dressing
10 mins
4576573.jpg
Roasted Veggie & Quinoa Salad
5 mins
a recipe photo of the Anti-Inflammatory Raspberry & Spinach Smoothie
Anti-Inflammatory Raspberry & Spinach Smoothie
5 mins
Sesame-crusted tofu with radish-apple slaw on a white plate with a fork, places on a blue surface
Sesame-Crusted Tofu with Radish-Apple Slaw
15 mins