Mango Chicken Quinoa Salad

Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
34%
Mango Chicken Quinoa Salad
45 min.
6
286kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch game with a vibrant and nutritious dish? Introducing the Mango Chicken Quinoa Salad, a delightful fusion of flavors that is not only gluten-free but also incredibly popular among health-conscious food lovers. This salad is perfect for those warm days when you crave something refreshing yet satisfying.

Imagine tender quinoa, cooked to perfection, serving as the base for a colorful medley of fresh ingredients. The sweetness of ripe mango pairs beautifully with the savory notes of shredded chicken and the crunch of broccoli and carrots. Each bite is a celebration of textures and tastes, enhanced by the creamy richness of blue cheese and the briny kick of kalamata olives.

What’s more, this dish is versatile enough to be enjoyed as a side, a light lunch, or even a main course. With just 286 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. The dressing, made from extra virgin olive oil and zesty lemon juice, ties everything together, making it a dish you’ll want to share with family and friends.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this Mango Chicken Quinoa Salad is not only easy to prepare but also a feast for the eyes and the palate. Whether served at a picnic, a potluck, or as a meal prep option for the week, it’s sure to impress. Dive into this deliciously healthy recipe and discover a new favorite!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.5 cup cheese blue crumbled
  • cups broccoli florets 
  • 0.5 cup carrots shredded
  • cup chicken breast shredded cooked
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra virgin 
  • 0.5 cup kalamata olives 
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • large mangos diced ripe
  • 0.3 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • cup quinoa dry

Equipment

  • bowl
  • canning jar

Directions

  1. Cook quinoa according to package directions. When done cooking, transfer it to a large bowl and toss with a fork.
  2. Let cool for 30 minutes or so tossing every 5 minutes.
  3. Add broccoli, chicken, mango, carrots, olives, roasted red bell peppers, parmesan and Feta cheese to quinoa, stirring to combine.To make dressing, place oil, lemon, salt and pepper into a mason jar with a lid. Close lid and shake for 30 seconds or so until well combined.
  4. Pour over quinoa and stir to combine. Taste and add additional salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Calories286kcal
Protein20.43%
Fat41.03%
Carbs38.54%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.6
Glycemic Load
3.21
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
18.616087218989%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.03mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.59mg
Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Hesperetin
0.72mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.35mg
Kaempferol
2.42mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:285.53kcal
14.28%
Fat:13.27g
20.42%
Saturated Fat:4.17g
26.07%
Carbohydrates:28.05g
9.35%
Net Carbohydrates:24g
8.73%
Sugar:5.99g
6.66%
Cholesterol:29.56mg
9.85%
Sodium:608.37mg
26.45%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.87g
29.73%
Vitamin C:42.18mg
51.13%
Vitamin A:2525.08IU
50.5%
Manganese:0.71mg
35.38%
Vitamin K:36.74µg
34.99%
Phosphorus:273.93mg
27.39%
Folate:94.94µg
23.73%
Magnesium:77.69mg
19.42%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.54%
Selenium:12.33µg
17.61%
Fiber:4.05g
16.2%
Vitamin E:2.31mg
15.43%
Vitamin B3:2.95mg
14.75%
Calcium:140.97mg
14.1%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.02%
Copper:0.26mg
13.06%
Potassium:449.53mg
12.84%
Zinc:1.9mg
12.69%
Iron:2.04mg
11.31%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.86%
Vitamin B5:0.94mg
9.36%
Vitamin B12:0.26µg
4.35%