Best 8 Strawberry Mandarin Chicken Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary adventure with a delightful Strawberry Mandarin Chicken Salad! This refreshing and vibrant dish combines the sweetness of strawberries, the tanginess of mandarins, and the savory flavor of chicken. Grilled or poached chicken is tossed with crisp greens, juicy strawberries, refreshing mandarin oranges, crunchy almonds, and a tangy dressing. Discover variations that elevate this salad to new heights, including a tantalizing poppy seed dressing for a nutty twist, a creamy avocado dressing for a luscious texture, and a zesty honey-lime dressing for a burst of citrusy freshness. Each variation offers a unique flavor profile that will tantalize your taste buds. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with this delightful Strawberry Mandarin Chicken Salad, sure to be a hit at your next gathering or a refreshing addition to your weekly meal rotation.

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REFRESHING SIDE SALAD WITH STRAWBERRIES AND MANDARIN ORANGES



Refreshing Side Salad with Strawberries and Mandarin Oranges image

Add a touch of sweetness to your meal!

Provided by Sarah

Categories     Mixed Greens Salad

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (5 ounce) package spring green salad mix
3 cups chopped fresh kale
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 (15 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 pint fresh strawberries, quartered
¼ cup pecan halves, or to taste
1 teaspoon poppy seeds, or to taste
¼ cup raspberry vinaigrette, or to taste

Steps:

  • Mix salad mix, kale, and sugar together in a large bowl. Add mandarin oranges, strawberries, pecans, and poppy seeds. Top with raspberry vinaigrette and toss to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 157 mg, Sugar 13.7 g

STRAWBERRY AND MANDARIN SALAD



Strawberry and Mandarin Salad image

This is a fresh summer-time salad that is inexpensive and easy to make. This salad can be made up the day before and is always a crowd pleaser.

Provided by Jenn

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Mixed Greens Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup sliced almonds
3 tablespoons white sugar
⅓ cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
hot sauce
2 ½ tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 dash ground black pepper
1 (12 ounce) bag spring mix lettuce
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 cup chopped celery
½ cup chopped red onion
2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat. Stir the almonds and 3 tablespoons sugar together in the skillet; cook until the sugar has melted and coats the almonds; 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside.
  • Whisk the vegetable oil, vinegar, hot sauce, 2 1/2 tablespoons sugar, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Toss the spring mix, oranges, strawberries, celery, onion, and parsley together in a large mixing bowl; drizzle the vegetable oil mixture over the lettuce mixture and stir gently to coat. Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the salad to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.7 g, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 319.8 mg, Sugar 14.1 g

SPINACH, STRAWBERRY, MANDARIN SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING



Spinach, Strawberry, Mandarin Salad With Poppy Seed Dressing image

This is a wonderful and refreshing salad that I got from Best of Bridge. I played around with it a bit and added a few other fresh fruits to it. This is yummy and great to offset a very rich main dish, such as my Death to Dieter's Lasagna.

Provided by Cathy17

Categories     Strawberry

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 bunch fresh spinach
2 pints sliced fresh strawberries, cut into thirds
1 (4 ounce) can mandarin orange sections, drained, reserving 2 tsp of the juice for the dressing
1 fresh kiwi, sliced in quarters
1/3 cup white sugar
1/2 cup light oil
1/4 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
3 tablespoons poppy seeds
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons minced onions

Steps:

  • Combine all dressing ingredients, mix well and refrigerate.
  • Make well ahead to allow flavors to blend.
  • Taste dressing and adjust sugar/vinegar for your sweet/tart taste preferences.
  • Tear fresh spinach into bite sized pieces, wash and pat dry.
  • Wash strawberries, drain, pat dry and cut in thirds.
  • Shake dressing container well and toss with spinach, strawberries, kiwi and mandarin orange sections just before serving, otherwise the spinach will wilt.
  • This makes a wonderfully tart, slightly sweet and very colorful salad!

MANDARIN CHICKEN SALAD



Mandarin Chicken Salad image

Who needs a restaurant when you can have a great homemade Asian-inspired salad on the table in 30 minutes? Try chopsticks tonight.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
2 tablespoons sesame seed
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 bag (10 oz) European-style or romaine salad mix
1 can (11 oz) mandarin orange segments, drained
1 cup fresh snow (Chinese) pea pods, cut in half if necessary
1/2 cup Asian-style dressing

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F. Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray. Place Bisquick mix, sesame seed and ginger in 1-gallon resealable plastic food-storage bag; mix well. In small bowl, mix teriyaki sauce and oil. Coat chicken pieces with oil mixture.
  • Shake about 6 chicken pieces at a time in bag of Bisquick mixture until coated. Shake off any extra mixture. Place chicken pieces in single layer on cookie sheet.
  • Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in center. Cool 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix salad mix, orange segments and pea pods. Top with warm chicken pieces and drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 4 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 830 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 0 g

EASY STRAWBERRY-MANDARIN ASIAN SALAD



Easy Strawberry-Mandarin Asian Salad image

I whipped up this salad when I was making dinner for a date and it got rave reviews! Also works great as a main dish when you add grilled chicken.

Provided by WindyCityHealthyChef

Categories     Strawberry

Time 5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
1 cup strawberry, sliced
1 cup mandarin orange, drained
3/4 cup chow mein noodles
3 tablespoons slivered almonds
1/2 cup light balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing

Steps:

  • Combine all in a large salad bowl and mix well to coat salad with dressing. Voila!
  • Would be good with probably most viniagrettes but personally I make mine with Newman's Low-Fat Sesame Ginger Dressing! It really adds an asian twist and is relatively healthy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.9, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 29.4, Carbohydrate 11.7, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 5.3, Protein 2.2

STRAWBERRY SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING



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My family is always happy to see this fruit and veggie salad on the table. If strawberries aren't available, substitute mandarin oranges and dried cranberries. -Irene Keller, Kalamazoo, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup slivered almonds
1 bunch romaine, torn (about 8 cups)
1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced
2 cups halved fresh strawberries
DRESSING:
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon sour cream
1 tablespoon 2% milk
2-1/4 teaspoons cider vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons poppy seeds

Steps:

  • Place sugar in a small heavy skillet; cook and stir over medium-low heat until melted and caramel-colored, about 10 minutes. Stir in almonds until coated. Spread on foil to cool. , Place romaine, onion and strawberries in a large bowl. Whisk together dressing ingredients; toss with salad. Break candied almonds into pieces; sprinkle over salad. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 33mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BERRY-MANDARIN TOSSED SALAD



Berry-Mandarin Tossed Salad image

"The recipe for this beautiful blend came from a local berry farm some years ago," notes Linda Jo Wahlgren of Mt. Horeb, Wisconsin. "We like to take the sweet and savory salad on picnics to accompany cold chicken and a loaf of crusty bread."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon grated onion
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
Dash salt
1/3 cup canola oil
8 cups torn mixed salad greens
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin orange, drained
1 medium sweet onion, sliced into rings
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a 2-cup microwave-safe bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes; stir until sugar is dissolved. Whisk in oil. Cover and refrigerate until serving. , In a salad bowl, combine the greens, strawberries, oranges, onion, almonds and bacon. Drizzle with dressing and gently toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 50mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

STRAWBERRY CHICKEN SALAD FOR SANDWICHES



Strawberry Chicken Salad for Sandwiches image

One of my favorite lunch salads has strawberries, pecans, and poppy seed dressing. I thought those ingredients sounded great for a chicken salad sandwich. Try this delightful chicken salad on a croissant or served on a plate with crackers.

Provided by Tammy Lynn

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
2 teaspoons poppy seeds
2 cups chopped, cooked chicken
¾ cup sliced fresh strawberries
¼ cup pecan pieces
1 stalk chopped celery
2 stalks green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, and poppy seeds together in a medium bowl. Add chicken, strawberries, pecans, celery, green onions, parsley; toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 859.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 130.1 mg, Fat 73.5 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 37.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 428.1 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken.
  • If you don't have mandarin oranges, you can use canned mandarin oranges or even orange segments.
  • For a healthier version, use grilled chicken instead of fried chicken.
  • If you don't have honey mustard dressing, you can make your own by whisking together 1/4 cup honey, 1/4 cup Dijon mustard, 1/4 cup olive oil, and 1 tablespoon vinegar.
  • Feel free to add other ingredients to your salad, such as nuts, seeds, or dried fruit.

Conclusion:

This Strawberry Mandarin Chicken Salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this Strawberry Mandarin Chicken Salad a try!

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