Chicken Cantaloupe Salad
Elevate your summer dining with this vibrant and refreshing Chicken Cantaloupe Salad, a perfect blend of savory and sweet flavors. Juicy bite-sized cantaloupe pairs beautifully with tender cooked chicken, crisp cucumber, and peppery mixed greens, while crumbled feta adds a touch of tangy creaminess. A zesty lime-honey vinaigrette ties it all together, creating a light yet satisfying dish that's ready in just 15 minutes. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh mint for a burst of aromatic freshness, this colorful salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ideal for a healthy lunch or a breezy dinner, this recipe is a must-try for fans of quick, wholesome meals packed with seasonal ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast
- 1 medium Cantaloupe
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens
- 1 large Cucumber
- 0.5 small Red onion
- 0.5 cup Crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
Slice the cooked chicken breasts into thin, bite-sized strips and set aside.
Cut the cantaloupe in half and remove the seeds. Use a melon baller or a spoon to scoop out small, bite-sized pieces of cantaloupe. Alternatively, cut into small cubes.
Wash and pat dry the mixed salad greens, then place them in a large serving bowl.
Peel the cucumber, slice it in half lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds with a spoon. Slice the cucumber into thin half-moons.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad bowl along with the cucumber.
Add the cantaloupe pieces, sliced chicken, and crumbled feta cheese to the salad bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
Finely chop the fresh mint leaves and sprinkle them on top of the salad for a fragrant garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy this light and refreshing Chicken Cantaloupe Salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1644 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.2 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.8 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 340 mg | 113% | |
| Sodium | 2212 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.2 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 95.5 g | ||
| Protein | 135.7 g | 271% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 488 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2685 mg | 57% | |
*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.
