This tropical curry chicken salad is a refreshing and flavorful twist on the classic chicken salad. Made with tender chicken breast, vibrant fruits, and a tangy curry dressing, this salad is perfect for a light lunch or a picnic. The combination of juicy pineapple, crisp grapes, and crunchy almonds adds a delightful texture to the salad. The curry dressing brings a unique and zesty flavor that pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the fruits. Give this tropical curry chicken salad a try and transport yourself to a tropical paradise!
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks, drained
- 1 cup red grapes, halved
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced chicken breast, pineapple chunks, red grapes, slivered almonds, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
- In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, curry powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Pour the curry dressing over the chicken and fruit mixture. Gently toss everything together until all the ingredients are coated in the dressing.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the tropical curry chicken salad chilled on a bed of lettuce or in a sandwich. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Curry powder is a blend of various spices, including turmeric, cumin, coriander, ginger, and cinnamon. It adds a wonderful depth of flavor to this salad.
Chicken breast is a lean source of protein and is low in fat, making it a healthy choice for this salad.
Pineapple is rich in vitamin C and bromelain, an enzyme that aids digestion and reduces inflammation.
Grapes are a great source of antioxidants and hydration due to their high water content.