Cantaloupe chicken salad with yogurt chive dressing is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for summer. The combination of sweet cantaloupe, tender chicken, and creamy yogurt dressing creates a dish that is both satisfying and light. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy lunch or a healthy and delicious dinner, this recipe is sure to please.
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CANTALOUPE AND CHICKEN SALAD
Betty Crocker's Living with Cancer Cookbook shares a recipe! Enjoy this cool salad on a warm night. The moist and tasty fruits and tangy dressing make it especially refreshing.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix yogurt and mayonnaise in large bowl. Stir in lemon juice, chives and salt.
- Stir in remaining ingredients. Serve immediately, or refrigerate until chilled, at least 2 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 220 mg
CANTALOUPE CHICKEN SALAD WITH YOGURT CHIVE DRESSING
It's hard to find recipes that four children and my husband love. That's why this is so special to our family. -Elizabeth King, Duluth, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Add the cantaloupe, chicken, cucumber and grapes; toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 380mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CANTALOUPE CHICKEN SALAD
Apples add sweet-tart flavor and crunch to this lightened-up chicken salad that's lovely mounded on melon rings. Writes Nancy Daugherty from Cortland, Ohio, "Curry powder gives this fruity chicken a unique flavor and golden hue."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, apples, celery, onions and pecans. Combine the yogurt, mayonnaise, curry and salt; add to chicken mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until chilled., Meanwhile, place cantaloupe on it's side; cut into six rings. Discard seeds and ends. With a sharp knife, cut off rind. To serve, place cantaloupe rings on lettuce-lined plates. Top with chicken salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 276mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHICKEN AND MELON SALAD
A good use for leftover chicken. You can substitute other melons, papaya, pineapple, mushrooms, or water chestnuts for the grapes or the honeydew melon.
Provided by jen
Categories Salad
Time 15m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut melon in half, and remove seeds. With a melon baller, scoop out melon balls; place in a large salad bowl.
- Add chicken, celery, and grapes to melon. Add water chestnuts if desired.
- In a small bowl, mix together, sour cream, yogurt, and curry powder. Gently stir into salad. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 68.8 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 25.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 102.3 mg, Sugar 17.6 g
CANTALOUPE AND CHICKEN SALAD
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Mix yogurt and mayonnaise in large bowl. Stir in lemon juice, chives and salt.2. Stir in remaining ingredients. Serve immediately, or refrigerate until chilled, at least 2 hours but no longer than 24 hours.Marie E. shares her Recipe "A very easy chicken and fruit salad, this recipe has always been a hit for me and with family and friends."A NOTE from DR. GHOSHCantaloupe and grapes are moist, tasty fruits that blend well with this tangy dressing. Sometimes eating fruits that contain a lot of water can help soothe dry mouth. The vitamin C helps boost the immune system and fight infection.NUTRITION FACTS: High in potassium and vitamins A and C1 Serving: Calories 250 (Calories from Fat 110) Fat 12g (Saturated 2g) Cholesterol 5mg Sodium 220mg Potassium 680mg Carbohydrate 18g (Dietary Fiber 2g) Protein 19g % DAILY VALUE: Vitamin A 74% Vitamin C 100% Calcium 4% Iron 6% Folic Acid 8% Magnesium 8% DIET EXCHANGES: 2 1/2 Lean Meat, 1 Vegetable, 1 Fruit, 1/2 FatHelpful For These Side Effects: (n)From "Betty Crocker's Living with Cancer Cookbook." Text Copyright 2005 General Mills, Inc. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves
GEE-GEE'S CHICKEN SALAD WITH CANTALOUPE
A flavorful blend of chicken, fruit, lemon, and ginger makes for a light and delicious chicken salad. This salad is perfect for special occasions, but easy enough to make at home any day. Serve it in a halved cantaloupe for a fabulous presentation!
Provided by Sue
Categories Salad
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Make the dressing by whisking the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, ginger, and salt in a mixing bowl. Add the chicken, blueberries, celery, grapes, and almonds; stir gently until evenly mixed. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Spoon into cantaloupe halves to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 399.1 calories, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 34.6 mg, Fat 23.7 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 287.2 mg, Sugar 30.1 g
CANTALOUPE CHICKEN SALAD FOR TWO
"I found this recipe several years ago, and my son and I enjoy it often. It's just right for a cool-me-down lunch." Ginger Sullivan - Cutler Bay, FL
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, sugar, zest, lemon juice, ginger, salt and pepper. Add the chicken, celery, grapes and onions; toss to coat. Spoon 1 cup salad mixture into each cantaloupe half; sprinkle with almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 417mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CANTALOUPE WITH CHICKEN SALAD
A simple chicken salad served in a cantaloupe half. I haven't tried this yet, but hope to very soon.
Provided by lazyme
Categories Chicken
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, blueberries, celery, grapes and almonds.
- In a small bowl, mix dressing ingredients.
- Pour over the chicken mixture and toss gently.
- Spoon into cantaloupe halves.
- Nutritional Information: One serving (prepared with sugar substitute, light mayonnaise and sour cream and without added salt) equals: 285 calories, 87 mg sodium, 36 mg cholesterol, 37 gm carbohydrate, 18 gm protein, 9 gm fat.
CANTALOUPE WITH CHICKEN SALAD
This recipe is one of my favorite ways to eat blueberries. That delicious fruit is just one of the important crops grown here in the fertile Willamette Valley. They're grown for commercial use, but we usually pick about 60 pounds each summer for pies and other dishes.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, blueberries, celery, grapes and almonds. In a small bowl, mix dressing ingredients. Pour over the chicken mixture; toss to coat. Spoon into cantaloupe halves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 413 calories, Fat 25g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 183mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 18g protein.
CHICKEN CANTALOUPE SALAD
What a nice salad! Refreshing and looks so lovely! Update:06/15/2010 just thought I'd add this so that you can make a really good salad! Please make sure that your cantaloupe is very ripe (not mushy) and sweet thanks ratherbeswimming.;)
Provided by Manami
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place chicken breasts in a pan and cover with chicken stock and water, if needed, to poach. Simmer on low heat for 8 minutes or until chicken is cooked. Remove from heat and allow to cool.(This you can do ahead of time, if needed).
- Slice chicken and set aside.
- Combine mayonnaise and sour cream.
- Add apple, lemon juice, celery grapes and cantaloupe.
- Mix gently and thoroughly.
- Add chicken slices and toss.
- Top with almond pieces or toasted pecans.
- Serve with hot biscuits and a nice Chablis.
GREEK YOGURT CHICKEN SALAD
This chicken salad is missing one of the classic chicken salad ingredients, mayonnaise. Instead, it uses Greek yogurt that lends some added tang and boosts the healthiness of the salad.
Provided by My Hot Southern Mess
Categories Salad
Time 1h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine Greek yogurt, mustard, lemon juice, honey, parsley, dill, salt, pepper, and onion powder in a small bowl. Mix well until dressing is smooth and creamy.
- Combine shredded chicken and celery in a large bowl. Top with dressing and mix to combine. Chill for 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.6 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 309.3 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
CHICKEN & MELON SALAD WITH YOGURT VINAIGRETTE
Treat yourself to this bistro-style salad for one, made with chicken, cantaloupe and a creamy vinaigrette made with Italian dressing and yogurt.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 10m
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Arrange cantaloupe slices on lettuce-covered plate; top with chicken.
- Mix yogurt and dressing until blended; drizzle over salad.
- Sprinkle with onions and nuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 560 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 20 g
CANTALOUPE DRESSING
This is a great dressing for fruit salad or even fruit kabobs.
Provided by Kimberly H.
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Yogurt Dressing Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In the container of a blender, combine the cantaloupe, yogurt and sugar. Blend until smooth. Chill or serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 14.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 0.4 mg, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 6.8 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use ripe cantaloupe. Look for fruit that is deep orange in color and slightly soft to the touch.
- If you don't have any chives, you can substitute another fresh herb, such as parsley or cilantro.
- To make the dressing ahead of time, simply whisk together the yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and salt and pepper. Store the dressing in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- This salad is best served fresh, but it will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Conclusion:
This cantaloupe chicken salad with yogurt chive dressing is a light and refreshing summer salad that is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. The salad is packed with flavor and nutrients, thanks to the sweet cantaloupe, savory chicken, and tangy yogurt dressing. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it's also a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables.
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