Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the tropics with this Chicken and Mango Salad with Ginger-Orange Dressing. This vibrant and refreshing dish combines the sweet and tangy flavors of mango with succulent chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty dressing made with fresh ginger and orange. The salad offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, making it a perfect choice for a light and healthy lunch or dinner. Accompanying this main recipe are three additional variations that cater to different dietary preferences and culinary inclinations. The Grilled Chicken and Mango Salad with Avocado-Lime Dressing provides a healthy and flavorful alternative, while the Shrimp and Mango Salad with Coconut-Lemongrass Dressing offers a taste of Southeast Asian cuisine. For those with a vegetarian appetite, the Tofu and Mango Salad with Peanut-Ginger Dressing delivers a satisfying and protein-packed meal. With its versatility and delectable flavors, this collection of Chicken and Mango Salads promises to satisfy any palate and transport you to a tropical paradise with every bite.
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CHICKEN MANGO SALAD
This Mango Chicken salad has the most tender baked and sliced chicken breasts. They are served over a bed of lettuce and topped with diced mango, plus a fresh honey-lemon homemade dressing. It's the perfect easy salad for lunch or a light dinner.
Provided by Katerina | Diethood
Categories Salads
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Add chopped romaine lettuce and baby spinach to a large salad bowl.
- Top with cooked chicken slices, diced mango, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, and parsley or cilantro. Set aside.
- In a separate mixing bowl whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper; taste for seasonings and adjust accordingly.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad.
- Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 64 mg, Sodium 288 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CARIBBEAN CHICKEN SALAD WITH MANGO DRESSING
A recipe for grilled Caribbean Chicken Salad packed with crisp veggies, black beans, juicy chicken and sweet oranges, topped with a tangy mango dressing.
Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated
Categories Salad
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Place the soy sauce, olive oil, brown sugar, and ginger in a gallon-sized ziptop bag, seal tightly pressing out all of the air, and "squish" to combine. Add the chicken, firmly seal the bag again, and move the chicken around gently so that all sides are coated and it lays flat when the bag is on its side. Let marinade for 30 minutes or refrigerate overnight. (If refrigerating overnight, let the chicken stand at room temperature for 30 minutes prior to grilling.) Meanwhile, prepare the dressing and other ingredients.
- Place the sliced red onions in a small bowl with water. Let sit while you prepare the rest of the salad (this mellows the red onions' bite, while maintaining their flavor; if you like the taste of raw red onion as is, you can feel free to skip this step).
- Make the dressing: Puree the mango, lime juice, honey, cumin, coriander, and cayenne in your food processor until smooth. With the processor running, drizzle in the olive oil and blend to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Use for salad, then store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake well before using.
- Cook the chicken: Heat a grill pan or an outdoor grill over medium heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, lightly shake off the excess, and grill for about 2 minutes per side, until cooked through (see ingredient notes for more information about length of cooking time). Remove to plate and let stand for 5 minutes. Cut into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the romaine, red bell pepper, black beans, and red onion. Add the chicken, drizzle with the mango lime dressing. Toss to coat. Scatter the oranges and cilantro over the top, then serve.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 (of 4) with 2 tablespoons of mango dressing, Calories 371 kcal, Carbohydrate 46 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 49 mg, Sodium 591 mg, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 30 g
CRUNCHY CABBAGE SALAD WITH CHICKEN AND ORANGE GINGER DRESSING
Provided by Katie Lee Biegel
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- For the salad: Remove the skin from the chicken and shred the meat with a fork. Toss in a large bowl along with the scallions, red pepper, cabbage, lettuce, bean sprouts, water chestnuts, cilantro, peanuts and chow mein noodles. With a sharp knife, cut the peel from one of the oranges, then cut the segments away from the membranes. Coarsely chop the segments, then add them to the bowl. Slice the other orange in half and squeeze over a small bowl, reserving 2 tablespoons juice.
- Make the dressing: Whisk together the reserved orange juice, hoisin sauce, vinegar, ginger and garlic in a small bowl. Slowly add the oil, whisking constantly, until emulsified and thick; season with salt and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad, then season with salt and pepper. Toss and serve.
MANGO & GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD
We live in the hot South, and this awesome fruity chicken salad is a weeknight standout. I buy salad greens and add veggies for color and crunch. -Sherry Little, Sherwood, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Toss chicken with salt and pepper. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat on each side until no longer pink, 3-4 minutes. Cut chicken into 1-in. pieces., Divide greens among 4 plates; drizzle with vinaigrette. Top with chicken, mango and peas; serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 447mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD WITH ORANGE-GINGER DRESSING
This Asian inspired salad makes for a lovely luncheon or supper. The contents of the salad can easily be adjusted to whatever you like or have on hand. If you prefer a vegetarian meal, omit the chicken or use tofu instead. Won't be chicken salad but will still be delicious.
Provided by justcallmetoni
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Using a blender or food processor, blend all of the dressing ingredients (yogurt, orange juice, ginger, salt, sugar, orange peel, cayenne and cinnamon) until smooth and creamy. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- To assemble salads, place lettuce into large serving bowl or onto 4 serving plates. Toss together remaining ingredients except almonds on top of lettuce.
- Drizzle 1/2 of dressing on salad, reserving remaining portion so that guests can adjust amount to taste.
- Garnish with sliced almonds (optional).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.5, Fat 4.6, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 30.4, Sodium 206.6, Carbohydrate 19.2, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 13.8, Protein 15.7
CHICKEN AND MANGO SALAD WITH GINGER ORANGE DRESSING
Steps:
- combine dressing ingredients in processor--first ginger and garlic followed by liquids// Process well//refriderate for at least an hour//wash watercress and pick off of stems// Peel and slice mango// toss chicken in olive oil, salt and pepper// grill 6 mins. low on gas grill--each side--cool 15 mins// slice red oniion//lay down watercress and lay chicken slices on top// Insert mango slices between chicken pieces//sprinkle red onion slivers on top// gently drizzle dressing over dish
Tips
- For the freshest flavor, use ripe mangoes. If your mangoes are not ripe, you can ripen them by placing them in a paper bag with a banana or an apple at room temperature for a few days.
- If you don't have any fresh ginger, you can use 1/4 teaspoon of ground ginger instead.
- You can adjust the amount of chili flakes to your taste. If you like a spicier salad, add more chili flakes.
- This salad is best served fresh, but you can make it ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Conclusion
This chicken and mango salad with ginger-orange dressing is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The combination of sweet mangoes, savory chicken, and zesty dressing makes this salad a real crowd-pleaser. Whether you are serving it at a potluck or enjoying it as a light lunch, this salad is sure to be a hit.
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