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Mango Chicken Salad


  • Author: Luna
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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For the Salad:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (grilled and sliced)
  • 1 large ripe mango (peeled and diced)
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens (romaine, spinach, or arugula)
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1/4 red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1/4 cup red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
  • 1/4 cup cucumber (sliced)
  • 1/4 cup toasted almonds or cashews (optional, for crunch)
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro or mint (chopped)

For the Dressing:

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional, for heat)

Instructions

Step 1: Grill the Chicken

  1. Season the chicken breasts with a pinch of salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.

  2. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked.

  3. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice it into thin strips.

Step 2: Prepare the Salad Ingredients

  1. Peel and dice the mango into small cubes.

  2. Slice the red onion, red bell pepper, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes into thin strips or bite-sized pieces.

  3. Chop the cilantro or mint, and if using almonds or cashews, lightly toast them in a dry pan for extra crunch.

Step 3: Make the Dressing

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.

  2. Add chili flakes if you like a bit of heat.

  3. Mix well until fully combined.

Step 4: Assemble the Salad

  1. In a large salad bowl, add the salad greens, followed by the chicken, mango, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion.

  2. Drizzle the dressing over the top and gently toss to coat all the ingredients.

  3. Sprinkle with toasted almonds or cashews and garnish with fresh cilantro or mint.

Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!

  1. Serve the salad fresh with extra lime wedges on the side.

  2. Enjoy as a light lunch, side dish, or main meal.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Fat: 10g
  • Fiber: 5g