Tantalize your taste buds with a refreshing fusion of sweet and savory flavors in this delightful Cantaloupe with Chicken Salad recipe. This unique dish features juicy cantaloupe halves filled with a delectable chicken salad, creating a vibrant and flavorful combination. The chicken salad is crafted with tender chicken, crisp celery, crunchy almonds, and a creamy dressing, all nestled within the refreshing sweetness of the cantaloupe. This recipe collection includes variations to suit your preferences, including a classic chicken salad, a tangy Thai-inspired chicken salad, and a light and refreshing Greek-style chicken salad. Each variation offers a distinct flavor profile, ensuring there's something to satisfy every palate.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
CANTALOUPE AND CHICKEN SALAD
Betty Crocker's Living with Cancer Cookbook shares a recipe! Enjoy this cool salad on a warm night. The moist and tasty fruits and tangy dressing make it especially refreshing.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix yogurt and mayonnaise in large bowl. Stir in lemon juice, chives and salt.
- Stir in remaining ingredients. Serve immediately, or refrigerate until chilled, at least 2 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 220 mg
CANTALOUPE WITH CHICKEN SALAD
A simple chicken salad served in a cantaloupe half. I haven't tried this yet, but hope to very soon.
Provided by lazyme
Categories Chicken
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, blueberries, celery, grapes and almonds.
- In a small bowl, mix dressing ingredients.
- Pour over the chicken mixture and toss gently.
- Spoon into cantaloupe halves.
- Nutritional Information: One serving (prepared with sugar substitute, light mayonnaise and sour cream and without added salt) equals: 285 calories, 87 mg sodium, 36 mg cholesterol, 37 gm carbohydrate, 18 gm protein, 9 gm fat.
CANTALOUPE CHICKEN SALAD FOR TWO
"I found this recipe several years ago, and my son and I enjoy it often. It's just right for a cool-me-down lunch." Ginger Sullivan - Cutler Bay, FL
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, zest, lemon juice, ginger, salt and pepper. Add the chicken, celery, grapes and onions; toss to coat. Spoon 1 cup salad mixture into each cantaloupe half; sprinkle with almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 417mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GEE-GEE'S CHICKEN SALAD WITH CANTALOUPE
A flavorful blend of chicken, fruit, lemon, and ginger makes for a light and delicious chicken salad. This salad is perfect for special occasions, but easy enough to make at home any day. Serve it in a halved cantaloupe for a fabulous presentation!
Provided by Sue
Categories Salad
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Make the dressing by whisking the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, ginger, and salt in a mixing bowl. Add the chicken, blueberries, celery, grapes, and almonds; stir gently until evenly mixed. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Spoon into cantaloupe halves to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 399.1 calories, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 34.6 mg, Fat 23.7 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 287.2 mg, Sugar 30.1 g
CHICKEN CANTALOUPE SALAD
What a nice salad! Refreshing and looks so lovely! Update:06/15/2010 just thought I'd add this so that you can make a really good salad! Please make sure that your cantaloupe is very ripe (not mushy) and sweet thanks ratherbeswimming.;)
Provided by Manami
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place chicken breasts in a pan and cover with chicken stock and water, if needed, to poach. Simmer on low heat for 8 minutes or until chicken is cooked. Remove from heat and allow to cool.(This you can do ahead of time, if needed).
- Slice chicken and set aside.
- Combine mayonnaise and sour cream.
- Add apple, lemon juice, celery grapes and cantaloupe.
- Mix gently and thoroughly.
- Add chicken slices and toss.
- Top with almond pieces or toasted pecans.
- Serve with hot biscuits and a nice Chablis.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use ripe cantaloupe. Look for melons that are heavy for their size and have a deep orange color.
- If you don't have time to grill the chicken, you can use rotisserie chicken or leftover chicken.
- To make the salad ahead of time, cook the chicken and chop the cantaloupe and celery. Store the chicken and cantaloupe separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. When ready to serve, combine the chicken, cantaloupe, celery, and dressing. Serve immediately.
- This salad is also delicious with other fruits, such as grapes, berries, or pineapple.
Conclusion:
Cantaloupe with Chicken Salad is a refreshing, healthy, and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for summer. The sweet cantaloupe pairs perfectly with the savory chicken and the creamy dressing. This salad is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or picnic.
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