Hawaiian Grilled Chicken Salad

Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with this vibrant Hawaiian Grilled Chicken Salad! Perfectly marinated and char-grilled chicken breasts pair beautifully with sweet, caramelized pineapple, creating a harmonious blend of savory and fruity flavors. Crisp mixed greens are tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber slices, and tangy red onion, then drizzled with a zesty honey-lime dressing that ties it all together. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and green onions, this showstopping salad is as nutritious as it is delicious. Ideal for a light lunch or dinner, this quick and easy recipe is your ticket to a taste of the islands—all in just 40 minutes! Keywords: Hawaiian grilled chicken salad, tropical chicken salad, grilled pineapple salad recipe, healthy chicken recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
• 1 whole Pineapple (fresh, diced or rings for grilling)
• 5 cups Mixed greens (e.g., spinach, arugula, romaine)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 0.25 cup Red onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 medium Cucumber (sliced)
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 stalks Green onions (thinly sliced, for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (toasted, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 tablespoon of lime juice, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the marinade.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour in the marinade, ensuring the chicken is fully coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and marinate in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours.

Step 3

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the remaining marinade. Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C). Set aside to rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.

Step 5

While grilling the chicken, place pineapple rings on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until grill marks appear and the pineapple is slightly caramelized. Remove from the grill and dice if not already prepped.

Step 6

In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion. Add the grilled pineapple and sliced chicken on top.

Step 7

In a jar or small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 tablespoon of lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

Step 8

Garnish the salad with green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh Hawaiian Grilled Chicken Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1958.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1719.0

Total Fat 58.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 2066.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 186.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.4g	0%
Total Sugars 135.3g
Protein 125.1g	0%

Vitamin D 45.2IU	0%
Calcium 388.1mg	0%
Iron 11.8mg	0%
Potassium 3368.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.6%

Protein: 28.2%

Carbs: 42.1%