A fresh, tropical salad packed with juicy grilled chicken, sweet mango, crisp veggies, and a zesty mango cilantro dressing—perfect for a light yet satisfying meal!
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
🍗 For the chicken:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & black pepper
- Juice of 1/2 lime
🥗 For the salad:
- 4 cups mixed greens (lettuce/spinach)
- 1 large mango (diced)
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- 1/2 cucumber (sliced)
- 1/4 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
🥭 Mango Cilantro Dressing:
- 1/2 cup fresh mango (chunks)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro
- 1 small garlic clove
- Salt & pepper
👉 Blend until smooth and creamy
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Grill chicken
- Season chicken with oil, spices, and lime juice
- Grill on medium heat 5–7 minutes per side
- Let rest, then slice
2. Prepare salad
- Add greens to a bowl
- Top with mango, avocado, cucumber, onion, and tomatoes
3. Add chicken
- Place sliced grilled chicken on top
4. Dress & serve
- Drizzle mango cilantro dressing
- Toss lightly and serve fresh
💡 Tips for Best Flavor
- Use ripe mango for natural sweetness
- Let chicken rest before slicing (keeps it juicy)
- Add dressing just before serving
- Chill ingredients for a refreshing taste
🔥 Variations
- Spicy: Add chili flakes or jalapeños
- Low-Cal: Reduce oil in dressing
- Protein Boost: Add chickpeas or extra chicken
- Vegan: Skip chicken, add tofu
🍽️ Perfect For
- Lunch 🥗
- Light dinner
- Meal prep
- Summer meals ☀️
⚖️ Approx Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~350–450
- Protein: ~25–30g
- Carbs: ~20–30g
- Fat: ~15–20g
🧮 WW (Weight Watchers) Points (Approx)
- 5–7 points per serving
👉 Lower points:
- Use less oil
- Skip avocado or reduce amount
❓ FAQs
Can I meal prep this?
Yes—keep dressing separate.
Can I use store-bought dressing?
Yes, but homemade tastes fresher.
What protein alternatives work?
Shrimp, tofu, or grilled beef