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.
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Recipe Information
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)
Instructions
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.
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.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
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.
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.
In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion. Add the grilled pineapple and sliced chicken on top.
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.
Garnish the salad with green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh Hawaiian Grilled Chicken Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1719 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 58.4 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.4 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 2067 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 186.7 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 135.3 g | ||
| Protein | 125.1 g | 250% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 388 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 3369 mg | 72% | |
*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.
