Best 5 Lime Berry Chicken Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with Lime Berry Chicken Salad, a dish that tantalizes your taste buds with its refreshing and vibrant ingredients. This delightful salad is a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory, featuring tender chicken, juicy berries, and a zesty lime dressing. Whether you're seeking a light and healthy lunch option or a flavorful side dish, this versatile salad has you covered. With variations ranging from a classic mayonnaise-based dressing to a tangy Greek yogurt version, there's a Lime Berry Chicken Salad recipe to suit every palate. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HONEY-LIME CHICKEN AND AVOCADO SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Honey-Lime Chicken And Avocado Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless chicken thighs, romaine lettuce, cherry tomato, red onion, avocados, olive oil, salt, garlic, jalapeño pepper, chili powder, honey, lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, pepper, lime juice

Provided by Robert Broadfoot

Categories     Lunch

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 boneless chicken thighs
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
½ cup cherry tomato, halved
½ red onion, thinly sliced
2 avocados, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeño pepper, minced
½ teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon honey
4 tablespoons lime juice
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
4 tablespoons lime juice

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients for the chicken marinade.
  • Toss in the chicken thighs and marinate for at least one hour.
  • In a cast-iron skillet, cook chicken on high heat until there is a nice sear on the surface of the chicken, and the inside is no longer pink. Roughly four minutes each side. Set chicken aside.
  • Place chopped lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, and avocados in a large salad bowl.
  • Slice cooked chicken thighs and add to the salad bowl.
  • In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients for the dressing. Mix well.
  • Toss the salad with the dressing and serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 966 calories, Carbohydrate 62 grams, Fat 67 grams, Fiber 15 grams, Protein 39 grams, Sugar 39 grams

CHILI LIME CHICKEN SALAD



Chili Lime Chicken Salad image

This tender, juicy, zesty chili lime chicken is perfect for topping your salad! This easy recipe takes just minutes to prepare! Perfect for a weeknight dinner!

Provided by Serene

Categories     Main Course

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs chicken breasts
½ cup lime juice
zest of 2 limes
2 tbsp olive oil
¼ cup cilantro (roughly chopped)
2 cloves garlic ( minced)
1 tbsp honey
½ tsp salt
1 tsp chili powder
Lettuce
Tomato
Avocado
Avocado Ranch Dressing

Steps:

  • Clean the chicken by removing fat, slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to make them thinner and easier to cook.
  • In a bowl combine the lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, cilantro, minced garlic, honey, salt, and chili powder. Stir to mix.
  • Add the chicken to the bowl and coat in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to overnight.
  • Heat a large pan over medium heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade. Place in heated pan and allow to cook about 5-7 minutes on each side or until chicken is fully cooked through. Leave in the pan extra time to blacken if desired.
  • Remove the cooked chicken from the pan and set on cutting board to let rest for a couple of minutes before slicing.
  • Assemble the salad, layer the lettuce, chicken, tomato, avocado, and drizzle with Avocado Ranch. Or any dressing of your choice.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1, Calories 348 kcal, Sugar 5 g, Sodium 567 mg, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Carbohydrate 8 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 49 g, Cholesterol 145 mg

BERRY CHICKEN SALAD



Berry Chicken Salad image

Bright berries and creamy goat cheese make this one a winner! -Wendy Ball, Battle Creek, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup halved fresh strawberries
2/3 cup crumbled goat cheese
3 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted
1/4 cup prepared fat-free raspberry vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. On a greased grill rack, grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 4-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°., In a large bowl, combine spinach, berries, cheese and pecans. Cut chicken into slices; add to salad. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss lightly to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 391mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HONEY-LIME BERRY SALAD



Honey-Lime Berry Salad image

I picked up this dish a couple of years ago, and really like the mint and fruit combo. Cilantro is one of my summer favorites so sometimes I use it instead. Turns out, this recipe's really two in one! -Kayla Spence, Wilber, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups fresh strawberries, halved
3 cups fresh blueberries
3 medium Granny Smith apples, cubed
1/3 cup lime juice
1/4 to 1/3 cup honey
2 tablespoons minced fresh mint

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine strawberries, blueberries and apples. In a small bowl, whisk lime juice, honey and mint. Pour over fruit; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN BERRY SALAD



Chicken Berry Salad image

We love this salad any time of year, but especially in summer when blueberries and strawberries are in season. -Sheri Abernathy, Lemont, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
6 cups torn romaine
6 cups torn red leaf lettuce
1 pint fresh blueberries
1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk the first six ingredients. Pour 3/4 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add the chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate overnight. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade. , Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat for 5-8 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. Cut into strips., In a large bowl, combine the lettuces, blueberries, strawberries, cheese and walnuts. Add reserved marinade; toss to coat. Top with sliced chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426 calories, Fat 25g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 290mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh limes and blackberries.
  • If you don't have fresh blackberries, you can use frozen or canned blackberries. Just be sure to thaw them before using.
  • You can adjust the amount of lime juice and honey in the dressing to suit your taste.
  • If you want a spicier salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing.
  • This salad is best served chilled. So, make it ahead of time and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

This lime berry chicken salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So, next time you're looking for a light and healthy salad, give this lime berry chicken salad a try.

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