Best 8 Minty Peach Chicken Salad Recipes

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Minty peach chicken salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. With its combination of sweet peaches, minty herbs, and juicy chicken, it offers a delectable balance of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or an impressive dish to serve at your next gathering, this minty peach chicken salad is sure to be a hit.

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MINTY GRIDDLED CHICKEN & PEACH SALAD



Minty griddled chicken & peach salad image

This colourful salad supplies lean protein and is packed with nutrients including vitamins C and E. It's also low-calorie and provides all 5 of your 5-a-day

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Supper

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lime , zested and juiced
1 tbsp rapeseed oil
2 tbsp mint , finely chopped, plus a few leaves to serve
1 garlic clove , finely grated
2 skinless chicken breast fillets (300g)
160g fine beans , trimmed and halved
2 peaches (200g), each cut into 8 thick wedges
1 red onion , cut into wedges
1 large Little Gem lettuce (165g), roughly shredded
½ x 60g pack rocket
1 small avocado , stoned and sliced
240g cooked new potatoes

Steps:

  • Mix the lime zest and juice, oil and mint, then put half in a bowl with the garlic. Thickly slice the chicken at a slight angle, add to the garlic mixture and toss together with plenty of black pepper.
  • Cook the beans in a pan of water for 3-4 mins until just tender. Meanwhile, griddle the chicken and onion for a few mins each side until cooked and tender. Transfer to a plate, then quickly griddle the peaches. If you don't have a griddle pan, use a non-stick frying pan with a drop of oil.
  • Toss the warm beans and onion in the remaining mint mixture, and pile onto a platter or into individual shallow bowls with the lettuce and rocket. Top with the avocado, peaches and chicken and scatter over the mint. Serve with the potatoes while still warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 512 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 36 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 17 grams sugar, Fiber 13 grams fiber, Protein 44 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium

LEMON-MINT CHICKEN SALAD



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Blend chicken pasta salad with a lighter touch in this recipe, with assorted fresh fruits and a sprightly mint and lemon yogurt dressing.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 3h30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (16 oz) uncooked bow-tie (farfalle) pasta
7 cups cubed cooked chicken
5 cups cubed cantaloupe
3 cups thinly sliced celery
2 cups dried cherries
1 cup sliced green onions
2 containers (8 oz each) low-fat lemon yogurt
1/2 cup reduced-calorie mayonnaise or salad dressing
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package to desired doneness. Drain; rinse with cold water. In very large bowl, mix pasta and remaining salad ingredients.
  • In medium bowl, mix dressing ingredients. Add dressing to salad; mix well. Cover; refrigerate 3 hours to blend flavors. Just before serving, sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g

PEACH CHICKEN SALAD



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This salad recipe from Priscilla Gilbert of Indian Harbour Beach, Florida is perfect for a summer luncheon and a great way to use up leftover chicken and fresh mint from your garden. "It also tastes just as good made with nectarines," notes Priscilla.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 medium peaches, peeled and cubed
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1 medium cucumber, seeded and chopped
3 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
MINT VINAIGRETTE:
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup minced fresh mint
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the peaches, chicken, cucumber and onion; set aside. In a blender, combine the vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, mint, salt and pepper; cover and process until smooth. Drizzle over chicken mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Use a slotted spoon to serve on lettuce-lined plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 193mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MINTY PEACH CHICKEN SALAD



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Great for a summer luncheon or without the chicken as a salsa! Use a slotted spoon to serve on lettuce-lined plates.

Provided by Terri Frank Ramseyer

Categories     Salad

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 fresh peaches - peeled, pitted, and cubed
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1 cucumber, seeded and chopped
¼ cup white wine vinegar
¼ cup minced fresh mint
⅓ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 dashes hot sauce, or to taste
2 avocados - peeled, pitted, and cubed

Steps:

  • Combine peaches, chicken, and cucumber in a large bowl.
  • Blend vinegar, mint, sugar, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and hot sauce in a blender until vinaigrette is smooth. Drizzle vinaigrette over peach mixture; toss to coat. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, at least 30 minutes. Fold avocado into salad before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 52.5 mg, Fat 20 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 221.6 mg, Sugar 23.1 g

CURRIED CHICKEN & PEACH SALAD



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This is a very healthy and simple salad to make; even my non-cooking husband can whip it together in minutes. We've served this to friends over the years, and they always ask for the recipe. -Radelle Knappenberger, Oviedo, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1 teaspoon curry powder
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup raisins
2 medium peaches, sliced
1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens

Steps:

  • Mix mayonnaise and curry powder; toss gently with chicken, walnuts and raisins. Serve chicken mixture and peaches over greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 315mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN AND PEACH SALAD



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I am on a healthy eating push and am collecting interesting looking healthy recipes to try out. This one looks interestingly different. So, I thought I would put it here for safe keeping. I found it in the "Healthy Eating" book put out by "The Australian Women's Weekly". I appreciated that the recipe was for one person but I am sure it can be easily scaled up.

Provided by Sarah_Jayne

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/2 ounces cooked white chicken meat, shredded
1 1/2 cups Chinese cabbage, shredded
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, shredded
1 small peach, cut into wedges
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine chicken, Chinese cabbage, fresh mint leaves and peach wedges in a medium bowl.
  • For dressing, combine lime juice and olive oil in a small bowl.
  • Toss dressing with salad and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.8, Fat 7.6, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 60.7, Sodium 65.8, Carbohydrate 14.8, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 8.8, Protein 24.6

MINTY PEACH CHICKEN SALAD



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Great for a summer luncheon or without the chicken as a salsa! Use a slotted spoon to serve on lettuce-lined plates.

Provided by Terri Frank Ramseyer

Categories     Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 fresh peaches - peeled, pitted, and cubed
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1 cucumber, seeded and chopped
¼ cup white wine vinegar
¼ cup minced fresh mint
⅓ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 dashes hot sauce, or to taste
2 avocados - peeled, pitted, and cubed

Steps:

  • Combine peaches, chicken, and cucumber in a large bowl.
  • Blend vinegar, mint, sugar, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and hot sauce in a blender until vinaigrette is smooth. Drizzle vinaigrette over peach mixture; toss to coat. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, at least 30 minutes. Fold avocado into salad before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 52.5 mg, Fat 20 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 221.6 mg, Sugar 23.1 g

MINTY BULGUR WHEAT AND PEACH SALAD



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Make and share this Minty Bulgur Wheat and Peach Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Fruit

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups boiling water
1 cup uncooked Bulgar wheat
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 cups diced peeled peaches (about 2 medium)
2 cups diced peeled jicama
1 cup finely chopped of fresh mint

Steps:

  • Combine boiling water and bulgur in a large bowl; let stand 1 hour or until water is absorbed.
  • Combine juices and next 4 ingredients (through pepper), stirring well with a whisk.
  • Add peach, jicama, and mint to bulgur; toss to combine. Drizzle dressing mixture over bulgur mixture; toss to coat. Chill 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.2, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 305.4, Carbohydrate 30.2, Fiber 8.2, Sugar 13.1, Protein 3.5

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe peaches for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have fresh peaches, you can use frozen or canned peaches, but be sure to drain them well before using.
  • For a sweeter salad, add a tablespoon or two of honey or maple syrup.
  • For a more savory salad, add a teaspoon or two of Dijon mustard.
  • If you want a creamier salad, add a few tablespoons of mayonnaise or Greek yogurt.
  • Serve the salad on a bed of lettuce or spinach for a light and refreshing meal.

Conclusion:

Minty Peach Chicken Salad is a delicious and refreshing summer salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The combination of sweet peaches, savory chicken, and minty dressing is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy salad recipe, give Minty Peach Chicken Salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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