Tropical Chicken Salad Orange Celery Seed Dressing

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Transport your taste buds to a sunny paradise with this Tropical Chicken Salad with Orange Celery Seed Dressing! Packed with vibrant flavors and nutrient-rich ingredients, this refreshing recipe combines tender shredded chicken, juicy pineapple, sweet mango, creamy avocado, and crisp red bell pepper atop a bed of leafy greens. The zesty homemade dressing, featuring fresh orange juice, a hint of honey, and aromatic celery seeds, adds a tangy-sweet finish that ties everything together beautifully. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted almonds for a satisfying crunch, this no-cook, 20-minute salad is perfect for a quick and healthy lunch, a colorful dinner, or a light dish for entertaining. Bursting with tropical flair and wholesome ingredients, it's a must-try for those seeking fresh, fruity, and satisfying meal ideas.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

16 items

• 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed
• 4 cups mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, or romaine)
• 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
• 1 medium mango, peeled and diced
• 1 large avocado, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 0.5 medium red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup toasted almond slices
• 0.25 cup fresh orange juice
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon celery seeds
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

📝 Instructions

5 steps

1. Prepare the dressing by combining fresh orange juice, olive oil, honey, apple cider vinegar, celery seeds, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl or jar. Whisk or shake well until emulsified. Set aside.

2. In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked chicken breast, mixed salad greens, diced pineapple, diced mango, diced avocado, sliced red bell pepper, and sliced red onion.

3. Drizzle the orange celery seed dressing over the salad. Toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.

4. Sprinkle the toasted almond slices on top for added crunch and flavor.

5. Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing tropical chicken salad!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (403.9g)

Calories		549
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		29.9 g	38%
	Saturated Fat	4.4 g	22%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		101 mg	34%
Sodium		376 mg	16%
Total Carbohydrate		32.3 g	12%
	Dietary Fiber	7.7 g	27%
	Total Sugars	21.4 g
Protein		40.8 g	82%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		90 mg	7%
Iron		2.8 mg	16%
Potassium		1030 mg	22%

*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: 1069 cal (47.8%%)

Protein: 652 cal (29.2%%)

Carbs: 514 cal (23.0%%)