Delicious Pineapple Chicken Salad Recipe for Summer
Pineapple Chicken Salad — a mediterranean recipe (salad) with 10 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.
47
Total Time (min)
10
servings
225
Calories/serving
Medium
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced (Use rotisserie or grilled chicken for flavor.)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced (Can substitute with canned pineapple if necessary.)
- 1 cup mixed greens (Spinach and arugula work well.)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (Add more for extra color.)
- 1 cup red onion, thinly sliced (Can substitute with green onions.)
- 1 cup cucumber, diced (For crunchiness.)
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled (Add more for creaminess.)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (Extra virgin for best flavor.)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (Freshly squeezed preferred.)
- 1 teaspoon salt (Adjust to taste.)
Instructions
5 steps
Prepare the Ingredients
Dice the cooked chicken, pineapple, cucumber, and slice the cherry tomatoes and red onion.
Using fresh ingredients enhances the flavor.Mix the Salad Base
In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, chicken, pineapple, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
Toss gently to avoid bruising the greens.Add Cheese
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the salad mixture.
Use a fork to crumble the cheese easily.Prepare Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and salt until well combined.
Taste the dressing before adding more salt.Dress the Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately for the best texture.
💡 Tips & Tricks
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your mediterranean meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
Delicious Pineapple Chicken Salad Recipe for Summer is a beloved dish from Mediterranean cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 47 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Mediterranean cuisine offers a rich tapestry of flavors and cooking traditions that reflect the culture and history of the region. This dish is a wonderful example of its distinctive culinary heritage.
This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 10 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, canned pineapple works well as a substitute for fresh.
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Nutrition Facts
10 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
Recipe Details
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