Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Chicken Mango Salad, a refreshing dish ideal for any occasion. This delightful salad features tender slices of chicken paired with fresh greens and juicy mango, creating a colorful presentation that’s as appetizing as it is nutritious. The zesty honey-lemon dressing adds a burst of flavor that will elevate your meal, making it a perfect choice for quick lunches, dinner parties, or meal prep. With its balance of protein and vitamins, this salad is not only good for your health but also pleasing to the palate. Enjoy the taste of summer all year round with this easy-to-make recipe!
Ingredients
- 1 pound cooked chicken breasts (sliced)
- 6 cups romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 mango (diced)
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 English cucumber (sliced)
- ⅓ cup diced red onion
- ¼ cup parsley or cilantro (finely chopped)
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 to 2 tablespoons honey (or to taste)
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic (finely minced)
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine chopped romaine and baby spinach.
- Layer on sliced chicken, diced mango, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley/cilantro.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately for the freshest flavor or chill briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Customize your salad by adding other proteins like shrimp or tofu. Experiment with seasonal veggies for added crunch and nutrition. For meal prep: Keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain freshness.