Description
A fresh and vibrant salad combining juicy mango, tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a light citrus dressing for a perfectly balanced meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, sliced
- 2 cups fresh mango, sliced
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
- 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced
- 1/3 cup chopped peanuts
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 4 cups mixed leafy greens
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Let the cooked chicken come to room temperature if needed.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
- Place the mixed leafy greens in a large bowl.
- Add sliced chicken, mango, cucumber, red bell pepper, shredded cabbage, green onions, chopped peanuts, and cilantro.
- Gently toss the ingredients to combine evenly.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss lightly to coat.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Use ripe mango for the best sweetness and texture.
- Add dressing just before serving to keep the salad crisp.
- Swap peanuts with cashews or almonds if preferred.
- Add chili flakes for a spicy twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: mango chicken salad, healthy salad, easy lunch, fresh salad recipe, chicken salad