Curry Chicken and Summer Fruit Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
9%
Curry Chicken and Summer Fruit Salad
20 min.
6
290kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Curry Chicken and Summer Fruit Salad! This vibrant dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfectly suited for those seeking gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP options, this salad is a versatile addition to your meal repertoire, whether you're serving it as a side dish, a light lunch, or a main course.

Imagine tender, cubed chicken mingling with the sweetness of juicy red grapes, refreshing honeydew, and succulent cantaloupe, all brought together by a creamy, zesty curry dressing. The combination of textures—from the crunch of toasted almonds to the crispness of fresh lettuce—creates a satisfying bite that is both nourishing and indulgent. With just 20 minutes of preparation time, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends and family.

At only 290 calories per serving, you can enjoy this salad guilt-free while still savoring the rich flavors of curry and the natural sweetness of summer fruits. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your guests with a dish that is as healthy as it is delicious. Dive into this refreshing salad and let the flavors transport you to a sunny summer day!

Ingredients

  • cup salad dressing 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • teaspoon curry powder 
  • teaspoon soya sauce 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • cups roasted chicken cubed cooked
  • oz water chestnuts whole drained quartered canned
  • 0.5 lb grapes red seedless halved
  • 0.5 lb wedges honeydew melon 
  • 0.5 lb cantaloupe 
  •  romaine leaves 
  • 0.3 cup almonds sliced toasted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. In large bowl, mix all dressing ingredients with whisk until smooth. Stir in remaining ingredients except lettuce leaves almonds.
  2. Place 1 lettuce leaf on each of 6 salad plates. Divide salad over lettuce leaves. Top each salad with almonds.

Nutrition Facts

Calories290kcal
Protein19.72%
Fat43%
Carbs37.28%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.25
Glycemic Load
4.94
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
15.077825929808%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.13mg
Catechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin
0.15mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
0.13mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.24mg
Isorhamnetin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:289.59kcal
14.48%
Fat:14.18g
21.82%
Saturated Fat:2.27g
14.17%
Carbohydrates:27.66g
9.22%
Net Carbohydrates:24.21g
8.8%
Sugar:18.14g
20.16%
Cholesterol:35mg
11.67%
Sodium:607.1mg
26.4%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.63g
29.26%
Vitamin A:3136.36IU
62.73%
Vitamin K:30.15µg
28.72%
Vitamin B3:4.77mg
23.84%
Vitamin C:18.37mg
22.27%
Vitamin B6:0.43mg
21.46%
Selenium:14.05µg
20.07%
Vitamin E:2.71mg
18.06%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.64%
Phosphorus:159.3mg
15.93%
Potassium:522.03mg
14.92%
Fiber:3.45g
13.78%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.32%
Copper:0.24mg
12.03%
Iron:2.06mg
11.46%
Magnesium:44.58mg
11.15%
Zinc:1.41mg
9.43%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.25%
Folate:31.54µg
7.89%
Vitamin B5:0.69mg
6.86%
Calcium:47.17mg
4.72%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.26%