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Fresh Mango Chicken Salad Recipe Easy Honey Lime Dressing for Summer

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A light and refreshing mango chicken salad with a sweet and tangy honey-lime dressing, perfect for summer or quick meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
  • 1 large ripe mango, peeled and diced
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens (baby spinach, arugula, or spring mix)
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds or chopped cashews
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 large lime)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken by shredding or dicing into bite-sized pieces. If cooking fresh, poach or grill until cooked through (165°F / 74°C), then cool before cutting.
  2. Peel the mango and cut around the pit to get large chunks, then dice into roughly 1/2-inch cubes.
  3. Thinly slice the red bell pepper and finely chop the red onion and cilantro. Toast the sliced almonds or chopped cashews in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until golden and fragrant. Let cool.
  4. In a small bowl or jar, combine lime juice, honey, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic (if using), salt, and pepper. Whisk or shake vigorously until well emulsified and slightly thickened. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine salad greens, chicken, mango, bell pepper, onion, and cilantro. Pour the honey-lime dressing over the top.
  6. Toss the salad gently but thoroughly using salad tongs or two large spoons to coat everything evenly without smashing the mango pieces.
  7. Sprinkle the toasted nuts over the salad just before serving. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

Keep salad components and dressing separate until just before serving to prevent sogginess. Toast nuts carefully to avoid burning. Toss gently to avoid mashing mango pieces. Leftover grilled chicken adds smoky flavor.

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Keywords: mango chicken salad, honey lime dressing, summer salad, quick chicken salad, healthy salad, easy salad recipe

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