Description
A fresh, flavorful salad combining juicy mango, grilled chicken, and zesty lime dressing. Perfect for healthy lunches, meal prep, or summer dinners.
Ingredients
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 ripe mango, peeled and cubed
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4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
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1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
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1/2 cucumber, chopped
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1 avocado, sliced
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1/4 cup toasted almonds or pumpkin seeds
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2 tbsp fresh cilantro or mint
For the Dressing:
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3 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp lime juice
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1 tsp honey or agave
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1 tsp Dijon mustard
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Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
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Grill the Chicken: Season chicken with lime juice, salt, pepper, and paprika. Grill or pan-cook until done (165°F internal temp). Let rest, then slice.
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Prepare the Mango: Cut mango into cubes. Set aside.
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Make the Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, mustard, salt, and pepper.
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Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine greens, mango, cucumber, onion, avocado, and chicken.
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Add Dressing & Toppings: Drizzle with dressing and toss. Garnish with nuts and herbs. Serve chilled.
Notes
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Make it vegan by swapping chicken for grilled tofu or chickpeas.
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Store components separately for better freshness if meal prepping.
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Use peach or pineapple if mango isn’t in season.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
- Category: Salad, Main Dish
- Method: Grilling, Tossing
- Cuisine: Fusion (Tropical, Southeast Asian)
Nutrition
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 11 g (natural)
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 32 g