Description
Indulge in a vibrant Chicken Mango Salad that combines tender chicken, sweet mangoes, and fresh vegetables for a refreshing dining experience. Perfect for summer barbecues, healthy lunches, or light dinners, this salad is not only delicious but also quick to prepare. In just 40 minutes, you’ll have a colorful dish bursting with flavor and nutrients. The homemade honey-lemon dressing adds a delightful tang that ties all the ingredients together. Whether enjoyed as a standalone meal or paired with grilled shrimp or quinoa, this salad is versatile enough to fit any occasion. Elevate your culinary repertoire and relish the joy of fresh ingredients with this delightful recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cooked chicken breasts (sliced)
- 6 cups romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 ripe mango (diced)
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 English cucumber (sliced)
- ⅓ cup red onion (diced)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley or cilantro (chopped)
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 to 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce and baby spinach.
- Top with sliced chicken, diced mango, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and herbs.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg