Mandarin Chicken Salad
A refreshing and nutritious salad featuring grilled chicken, sweet mandarin oranges, and a mix of crunchy almonds and greens. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, this salad is both satisfying and flavorful.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup mixed greens (such as spinach and arugula)
- 1 cup mandarin oranges
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1 cup grilled chicken breast, sliced
- Asian-style dressing (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- Grill the chicken breast until fully cooked. Let it rest for a few minutes, then slice it thinly.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, mandarin oranges, sliced almonds, and thinly sliced red onion.
- Place the sliced grilled chicken on top of the salad mixture.
- Drizzle with your favorite Asian-style dressing. Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg