Polynesian Chicken Salad

Transport your taste buds to the tropics with this vibrant Polynesian Chicken Salad, a delightful fusion of savory and sweet flavors. Tender grilled chicken breast is paired with juicy pineapple chunks, creamy mango, and a colorful medley of red bell peppers, snow peas, and red onion, all nestled on a bed of fresh mixed greens. A zesty citrus-ginger dressing made with fresh orange juice, lime juice, soy sauce, and honey ties everything together, adding a tangy-sweet kick to every bite. For an exotic finishing touch, sprinkle on some shredded coconut for a hint of island-inspired indulgence. Perfect as a light yet satisfying meal, this salad is ready in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or a refreshing summer dish. Enjoy a bowl of paradise with this delicious and nutrient-packed recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces chicken breasts
• 1.5 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained if canned)
• 1 medium mango (peeled and diced)
• 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
• 1 cup snow peas (trimmed and halved)
• 0.5 medium red onion (thinly sliced)
• 4 cups mixed greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, or romaine)
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut (optional, for garnish)
• 0.25 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1.5 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Let the chicken cool for a few minutes, then slice it into thin strips.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the pineapple chunks, diced mango, red bell pepper, snow peas, and sliced red onion.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the fruit and vegetable mixture. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.

Step 6

Add the mixed greens to the bowl and toss lightly again to combine. Arrange the chicken slices on top of the salad.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded coconut over the salad as a garnish, if desired.

Step 8

Serve immediately in individual bowls or on a platter, ensuring each portion has a mix of chicken, fruits, vegetables, and greens.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1578.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1527.8

Total Fat 52.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 286mg	0%
Sodium 2082.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.9g	0%
Total Sugars 111.4g
Protein 123.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 283.4mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 2249.4mg	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: 29.9%

Protein: 31.6%

Carbs: 38.4%