CURRIED CHICKEN CANTALOUPE SALAD

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This fresh-tasting main-dish salad is typical of Southern California, where fresh fruits and vegetables are abundant year-round.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 large individual salads.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups cooked chicken, cut in 1/2-inch chunks
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks in juice, drained
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1/3 cup diced celery
1/3 cup unsalted peanuts
1/3 cup raisins
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
DRESSING:
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) strained apricots with tapioca (baby food)
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 to 3 teaspoons curry powder
1/4 teaspoon powdered ginger
2 medium cantaloupes

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken, pineapple, onions, celery, peanuts, raisins and coconut; set aside. In separate bowl, mix dressing ingredients. Combine chicken mixture with dressing; mix well. Cover; refrigerate for 1 to 4 hours. Cut melons in half; remove seeds. Remove fruit by cutting into bite-sized pieces or using a melon ball cutter. Combine melon with chicken salad mixture, dividing among the four melon halves. Serve chilled; refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts :

NABA Brefo
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Overall, I highly recommend this curried chicken cantaloupe salad. It's a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for any occasion.


Madina Akbari
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This salad is a great example of how simple ingredients can come together to create something truly special. It's a dish that I'll be making again and again.


GHOST_GODZILLA BTW
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. For example, you could add some chopped nuts or dried fruit for extra flavor.


Jim Barbour
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This salad is a great way to use up summer produce. Cantaloupe, cucumbers, and tomatoes are all in season right now, so it's the perfect time to make this salad.


SAMSHER BHATT
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors and refreshing taste.


Kiran Ramiah
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables. The cantaloupe is sweet and the curry is mild, so even picky eaters will enjoy it.


Akpati christy
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I love the pop of color that the cantaloupe adds to this salad. It's so vibrant and inviting.


Tanvir Tamim
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I'm always looking for new and interesting salads to make and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique, flavorful, and easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again.


Chris Tennison
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I always have a few pieces left over from dinner and this is a great way to use them up.


Just In
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I love the creamy yogurt dressing in this salad. It's the perfect way to balance out the spicy curry and sweet cantaloupe.


Abid saeed
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I'm not usually a fan of fruit in savory dishes, but this salad changed my mind. The cantaloupe added a sweetness that complemented the curry perfectly.


Mb Sakib Hassan
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This is one of my favorite summer salads. The combination of cantaloupe, chicken, and curry is so refreshing and flavorful. I always get compliments when I serve it.


A wild Al00mi Has appeared
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge hit! The flavors held up well in the heat and the salad stayed fresh all day.


Solange Pereira dos Santos Guerra
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This salad was quick and easy to make, which is always a plus. I had it on the table in under 30 minutes, which is perfect for a busy weeknight meal.


Ikram
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I love that this salad is both healthy and delicious. The cantaloupe and yogurt provide a good dose of vitamins and nutrients, while the chicken and curry add protein and flavor.


Naeem Information Tv
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone raved about the unique flavors and refreshing taste. I'll definitely be making it again.


Nana Nana
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I was skeptical about the cantaloupe in this salad, but it turned out to be a perfect complement to the curried chicken. The fruit added a refreshing sweetness that balanced out the spices.


wEiRdO._.
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This curried chicken cantaloupe salad was a delightful surprise! The combination of sweet cantaloupe, savory chicken, and creamy yogurt dressing was simply irresistible.