Best 9 Spinach Salad With Chicken And Pineapple Salsa Recipes

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Spinach salad with chicken and pineapple salsa is a light, refreshing, and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side salad. The combination of the crisp spinach, tender chicken, and sweet and tangy pineapple salsa creates a perfect balance of flavors and textures. This salad is also packed with nutrients, making it a healthy and satisfying choice.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

PINEAPPLE SALSA CHICKEN



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These flavorful chicken breasts are grilled to perfection, then topped with a sweet and spicy, colorful pineapple salsa. The dish is mildly spicy, however you can adjust the amount of jalapeno to suit your tastes. Use your favorite brand of seasoning and adjust the salt right before serving, as some brands are saltier than others.

Provided by France C

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 (6 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons Jamaican jerk seasoning
1 cup diced pineapple
¼ cup diced red bell pepper
1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons minced red onion
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Pound chicken to a 1-inch thickness for even grilling. Brush oil over chicken and sprinkle Jamaican jerk seasoning evenly on both sides. Set aside.
  • Combine pineapple, red pepper, jalapeno pepper, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a small bowl for the salsa. Set aside.
  • Place chicken on the hot grill and lower heat to medium. Grill until chicken is no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 12 to 14 minutes, turning halfway through. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer to a plate to rest for 5 minutes.
  • Top chicken with salsa mixture and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.4 calories, Carbohydrate 13.9 g, Cholesterol 96.9 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 891.8 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

SPINACH AND CHICKEN SALAD



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This salad tastes great and packs a super nutritional punch! Try it with any dressing, but my favorite is a fat free roasted garlic vinaigrette.

Provided by JESSICAWILLIAMS

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (10 ounce) bag fresh spinach, rinsed and dried
4 cooked skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, sliced
1 zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
½ cup black olives
3 ounces fontina cheese, shredded
½ cup fat-free roasted garlic salad dressing

Steps:

  • Place equal portions of spinach onto four salad plates. Arrange chicken, zucchini, bell pepper, and black olives over spinach, and top with cheese. Drizzle dressing over salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Cholesterol 97.8 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 727.3 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

PINEAPPLE AND CHICKEN SALAD



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I serve this entree salad in hollowed-out pineapple halves as a pretty company dish. Tender chicken tossed with fruit, nuts and veggies is delicious with a mild curry dressing.-Ryma Shohami, Montreal, QC

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 fresh pineapple
4 cups sliced cooked chicken breast
1 medium onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1/3 cup golden raisins
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
2/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Leaf lettuce, optional

Steps:

  • Cut pineapple in half; remove fruit, leaving 1-in. shells. Set shells aside for serving; cut fruit into cubes. , In a large bowl, combine the chicken, onion, celery, raisins, almonds and 1 cup cubed pineapple (refrigerate remaining pineapple for another use)., In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, pineapple juice, mustard, curry and salt; add to chicken salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate until chilled., Line pineapple shells with lettuce if desired; fill with chicken salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Fat 22g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 307mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

CHICKEN-PINEAPPLE SPINACH SALAD



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Make and share this Chicken-Pineapple Spinach Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Haversac

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 ounces fresh spinach or 16 ounces mixed salad greens
20 ounces pineapple chunks in juice
6 ounces snow peas, cut in half (just a handful of fresh ones)
1 bunch green onion, sliced thin
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 tablespoon oil (sesame if you have it)
1 -2 teaspoon hot sauce
2 boneless chicken breasts, grilled & cubed

Steps:

  • Layer salad with spinach/lettuce mix, pea pods, green onion, pineapple & chicken.
  • Top with dressing & enjoy!
  • (You can adjust the amounts of the ingredients in the dressing to suit your taste, and if you want, season chicken with ginger & garlic!).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.1, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 46.4, Sodium 937.5, Carbohydrate 33.6, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 23.8, Protein 22.5

CRISPY CHICKEN SPINACH SALAD



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Want to serve your family a healthy salad, but one that will satisfy? Well, try this nutritional powerhouse! It's chock full of the good stuff like spinach, nuts and fruit. Plus it's packed with protein like Tyson® Crispy Chicken Strips and bacon. One serving and they'll be good to go for hours!

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 8 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2½ pounds Tyson® Crispy Chicken Strips
10 ounces fresh spinach
½ cup bacon, cooked, crumbled
¼ red onion, thinly sliced
1 apple, thinly sliced
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup whole candied cashews
¼ cup blue cheese, crumbled
1 cup poppy seed dressing

Steps:

  • 1.Prepare Crispy Chicken Strips according to package directions. 2.While chicken is cooking combine spinach, bacon, onion, apple, cranberries, cashews and blue cheese in a serving bowl. 3.Slice prepared chicken and gently toss with greens and poppy seed dressing.

BABY SPINACH 'N PINEAPPLE SALAD



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This is a wonderful spinach salad with pineapple chunks, crispy fried bacon, hard cooked eggs and green onions. The dressing which includes pineapple juice, sesame seeds and ground ginger should be made ahead and chilled for several hours so that the flavors mingle. Really good!

Provided by Marie

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (15 ounce) can pineapple chunks (drain and set aside juice)
5 cups baby spinach leaves
6 slices bacon, fried crisp and crumbled
2 hardboiled egg, chopped
1/4 cup diced green onion
1/4 cup salad oil
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
reserved pineapple juice
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • Place spinach in a salad bowl and top with rest of salad ingredients.
  • Refrigerate until serving time.
  • Heat salad oil in a skillet and add the sesame seeds and brown.
  • Add remaining dressing ingredients and mix well.
  • Transfer mixture to a covered jar and refrigerate for several hours.
  • Shake well before using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410.1, Fat 33.6, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 116.4, Sodium 343, Carbohydrate 20.2, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 15.9, Protein 9.2

SPICED CHICKEN & PINEAPPLE SALAD



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This colourful salad is packed with contrasting flavours and textures. Dress with sweet chilli and coriander

Provided by Lucy Netherton

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 9

227g can pineapple in juice
about 140g pack cooked, sliced chicken breast (sweet chilli, hot and spice or BBQ work well)
1 small red onion , halved and thinly sliced
90g bag mixed leaf
small bunch coriander , leaves picked
handful cherry tomatoes , halved
1 red chilli , deseeded and chopped
2 tbsp white wine vinegar
1 tbsp sweet chilli sauce

Steps:

  • Drain the pineapple, reserving the juice. If in rings, chop into chunks. Mix with the chicken, onion, leaves, coriander and tomatoes, and divide between 2 containers if taking as lunch.
  • For the dressing, whisk 2 tbsp of the pineapple juice, the red chilli, vinegar and sweet chilli sauce with some seasoning in a small jam jar or lidded container, and toss this through the salad before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 2 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 17 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 16 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 22 grams protein, Sodium 1 milligram of sodium

GRILLED CHICKEN AND PINEAPPLE SALAD



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I frequently prepare this fabulous, filling salad for supper.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened sliced pineapple
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1 pound)
1/2 to 1 teaspoon black pepper
5 cups torn salad greens
1 small green pepper, julienned
1 small sweet red pepper, julienned
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small onion, sliced into rings

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving 2 tablespoons juice. In a small bowl, combine the juice; oil, soy sauce, vinegar, honey, ginger and cayenne. Brush some over pineapple slices; set aside. , Sprinkle both sides of chicken with pepper; grill or broil for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. Slice into strips. , Grill or broil pineapple, turning to brown both sides, for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. In a large bowl, toss the greens, peppers, mushrooms and onion. Top with chicken and pineapple; or arrange on four plates. Drizzle with remaining dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Fat 12g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 551mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

RICE, PINEAPPLE AND CHICKEN SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Chicken     Fruit     Rice     Low Fat     Pineapple     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 teaspoons plus 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon plus 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 teaspoons minced garlic
4 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger
12 ounces skinless boneless chicken breast halves or chicken tenders, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch strips
2 3/4 cups water
1 1/2 cups basmati rice or long-grain white rice
6 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 cup cubed peeled pineapple
1 kiwi, peeled, cubed
3/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
4 large curly lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Mix 2 teaspoons soy sauce, 1 teaspoon oil, 2 teaspoons garlic and 1 teaspoon ginger in medium bowl. Add chicken and toss to coat. Let stand 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring 2 3/4 cups water to boil in heavy medium saucepan. Add rice; return to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer until rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Uncover; let stand until cool.
  • Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Heat large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add chicken with marinade to skillet and sauté until golden brown and cooked through, about 4 minutes. Cool.
  • Whisk lime juice, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 2 tablespoons oil, 2 tablespoons garlic and 3 teaspoons ginger in large bowl. Mix in rice, chicken, pineapple, kiwi, 1/2 cup green onions and bell pepper. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Chill. Let stand up to 2 hours at room temperature before continuing.
  • Line bowl with lettuce leaves. Spoon salad into bowl. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup green onions and serve.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe ingredients. This will ensure that your salad is packed with flavor and nutrients.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. This recipe is just a starting point—feel free to add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.
  • Make sure to chill the salad before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and the salad will be more refreshing.
  • Serve the salad with a variety of toppings. This will allow your guests to customize their salads to their liking.

Conclusion:

Spinach salad with chicken and pineapple salsa is a delicious, healthy, and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a light and flavorful salad, give this recipe a try.

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