Cantaloupe and Chicken Salad
Brighten up your meal with this refreshing and protein-packed Cantaloupe and Chicken Salad—an irresistible medley of sweet and savory flavors that’s perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Juicy cantaloupe, tender grilled chicken, crisp cucumber, and tangy red onion come together over a bed of mixed greens to create a vibrant and nutrient-rich base. Topped with crumbled feta cheese and crunchy slivered almonds, this salad is finished with a zesty homemade lime-honey dressing that ties all the flavors together beautifully. Easy to prepare in just 35 minutes and packed with summer-inspired ingredients, this salad is not only visually stunning but also gluten-free and satisfying. Enjoy it as a stand-alone meal or as a refreshing side dish for your next gathering!
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Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized Cantaloupe
- 2 pieces Chicken breast
- 4 cups Mixed greens
- 1 medium-sized Cucumber
- 0.25 cups Red onion
- 0.5 cups Feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.25 cups Slivered almonds
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and lightly oil it.
Step 2
Season the chicken breast with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Step 3
Cook the chicken for about 7-8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C). Remove from the pan and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
Step 4
While the chicken cooks, cut the cantaloupe in half, remove the seeds, and scoop out small melon balls using a melon baller or cut into 1-inch cubes.
Step 5
Peel the cucumber if desired and slice it thinly.
Step 6
Thinly slice the red onion and set aside.
Step 7
Prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
Step 8
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cantaloupe, cucumber, red onion, and sliced chicken.
Step 9
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Step 10
Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and slivered almonds on top for garnish.
Step 11
Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing cantaloupe and chicken salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1858.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1714.3 |
| Total Fat 95.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 27.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g | |
| Cholesterol 306.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3600.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 116.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 94.5g | |
| Protein 103.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 858.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3362.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories