Description
A refreshing and vibrant Chicken Mango Salad combining juicy cooked chicken, ripe mango, and crunchy vegetables, tossed in a zesty lime dressing. Perfect for a quick, no-cook, gluten-free meal that’s both healthy and flavorful, ideal for summer or anytime you crave a light, tropical-inspired lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 cooked chicken breasts (sliced or shredded)
- 1 ripe mango (peeled and diced)
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/2 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup toasted cashews
- 1 avocado (sliced)
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad Base: In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, sliced or shredded cooked chicken breasts, diced ripe mango, thinly sliced red bell pepper, thinly sliced red onion, chopped fresh cilantro, toasted cashews, and sliced avocado.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and pepper until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.
- Toss Salad with Dressing: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad mixture. Gently toss the salad to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the salad fresh and immediately to enjoy the crispness of the greens and the vibrant flavors of the mango and lime dressing.
Notes
- You can use grilled, rotisserie, or leftover cooked chicken for convenience.
- Add sliced cucumber or carrots for extra crunch and freshness.
- For added creaminess and a dairy boost, crumble in some feta or goat cheese.
- Swap cashews for peanuts or almonds depending on your preference or nut availability.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/3 of recipe
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
