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Mango salad with grilled chicken, avocado, and fresh greens

Mango Salad with Grilled Chicken: A Zesty Tropical Delight

  • Author: Cindy
  • Prep Time: 40 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 52 minutes
  • Yield: 6 to 8 servings
  • Category: Seasonal and Holiday Salads
  • Method: Grilled
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Description

  • Mango Salad made easy! Fresh mango, grilled chicken, and zesty lime dressing combine for a flavorful, vibrant meal you’ll crave all year.

Ingredients

  • For the Chicken:
    • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
    • 2 tablespoons lime juice
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon chili powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

    For the Salad:

    • 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
    • 4 cups baby spinach
    • 2 ripe mangos, diced
    • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
    • 1/2 English cucumber, halved and sliced
    • 1 red or orange bell pepper, chopped
    • 4 clementines, peeled and segmented
    • 1 ripe avocado, chopped
    • 1/3 cup diced red onion
    • 1 cup raw cashews, toasted
    • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

    Honey Lime Vinaigrette:

    • 1/3 cup olive oil
    • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
    • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
    • 1 1/2 teaspoons lime zest
    • 2 to 3 tablespoons honey (to taste)
    • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
    • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper


Instructions

  • In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Coat chicken with this mixture and marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  • Grill chicken over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes per side or until cooked through. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
  • In a jar or bowl, whisk together vinaigrette ingredients. Adjust honey to taste depending on the sweetness of your fruits. Chill until ready to use.
  • In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, spinach, mangos, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, clementines, avocado, red onion, cashews, and cilantro.
  • Top the salad with sliced grilled chicken.
  • Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine, or serve dressing on the side if storing leftovers.