Mango Chicken Salad with Couscous

Dairy Free
Health score
37%
Mango Chicken Salad with Couscous
45 min.
4
390kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and satisfying dish that perfectly balances flavors and textures? Look no further than our Mango Chicken Salad with Couscous! This delightful salad is not only dairy-free but also packed with vibrant ingredients that will tantalize your taste buds. With juicy mango slices, tender chicken, and a medley of fresh greens, this dish is a feast for both the eyes and the palate.

The Moroccan couscous adds a unique twist, providing a light and fluffy base that complements the succulent chicken and sweet mango beautifully. Tossed in a zesty mustard vinaigrette, this salad is bursting with flavor, making it an ideal choice for lunch, dinner, or any gathering. Plus, it’s quick to prepare, taking just 45 minutes from start to finish, so you can enjoy a gourmet meal without spending hours in the kitchen.

With only 390 calories per serving, this salad is a guilt-free option that doesn’t compromise on taste. The combination of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates ensures you’ll feel satisfied and energized. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply looking to elevate your weekday meals, this Mango Chicken Salad with Couscous is sure to impress. Dive into this delicious dish and experience a burst of flavors that will leave you craving more!

Ingredients

  • cup arugula 
  • 0.5 head boston lettuce 
  • tablespoon canola oil 
  • 0.3 cup couscous 
  • 0.5 head salad leaves curly endive 
  • 1.5 tablespoons bell pepper green finely chopped
  • tablespoons honey 
  • 0.5 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime fresh
  • teaspoons soy sauce reduced-sodium
  • 0.5  mangos thinly sliced
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin divided
  • 1.5 tablespoons bell pepper red finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup onion red finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup rice vinegar 
  • 0.5 head the of 1 cos lettuce 
  • 12 ounces chicken breast boneless skinless
  • tablespoons coarse mustard 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • blender

Directions

  1. In a bowl, combine couscous, bell peppers, onion, lemonjuice, 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1/3 cup water. Season with salt.
  2. Refrigerate until couscous is tender, about 2 hours.
  3. In a large skillet over high heat, heat canola oil.Cook chicken until golden brown on the bottom, 3 to4 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low. Flip chickenand cook through, 6 to 8 minutes.
  4. Cool chicken; cut into 1/2-inch dice.
  5. In a blender set to medium, blend lime juice, vinegar,mustard, honey and soy sauce. Slowly add remaining2 tablespoons olive oil. Season with salt.
  6. Break up lettuce heads and combine leaves witharugula in a bowl. Divide lettuce, couscous,chicken and mango among 4 plates. Dress saladwith mustard vinaigrette.
  7. Self

Nutrition Facts

Calories390kcal
Protein22.44%
Fat46.46%
Carbs31.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
88.01
Glycemic Load
11.72
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
29.220000031202%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.03mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.45mg
Eriodictyol
1.93mg
Hesperetin
6.22mg
Naringenin
0.5mg
Apigenin
0.23mg
Luteolin
0.84mg
Isorhamnetin
0.72mg
Kaempferol
2.54mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
6.84mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:389.68kcal
19.48%
Fat:20.64g
31.76%
Saturated Fat:2.81g
17.57%
Carbohydrates:31.1g
10.37%
Net Carbohydrates:26.23g
9.54%
Sugar:15.48g
17.2%
Cholesterol:54.43mg
18.14%
Sodium:296.21mg
12.88%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.44g
44.87%
Vitamin K:203.45µg
193.77%
Vitamin A:9669.12IU
193.38%
Vitamin C:47.8mg
57.94%
Vitamin B3:10.1mg
50.49%
Folate:187.71µg
46.93%
Selenium:30.74µg
43.91%
Vitamin B6:0.85mg
42.55%
Phosphorus:269.76mg
26.98%
Vitamin E:4.02mg
26.79%
Manganese:0.5mg
24.79%
Potassium:864.01mg
24.69%
Vitamin B5:2.02mg
20.17%
Fiber:4.87g
19.47%
Magnesium:64.79mg
16.2%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.54%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.49%
Iron:2.18mg
12.12%
Copper:0.23mg
11.75%
Calcium:93.64mg
9.36%
Zinc:1.12mg
7.49%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.83%
Source:Epicurious