Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of our Hawaiian Chicken Salad: Gluten-Free & Whole Health Flexi-Plan. This delightful dish combines tender marinated chicken, juicy pineapple, and fresh vegetables, delivering a refreshing taste that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or seeking a quick weeknight dinner, this salad is not only nutritious but also customizable to suit your preferences. Enjoy the tropical essence of Hawaii right at your dinner table with this easy-to-make, gluten-free salad that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large chicken breast
- 1/3 cup light coconut milk
- 1/4 cup fresh pineapple juice
- 1 tbsp gluten-free tamari sauce
- Zest of 1 lime
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp ginger powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup fresh pineapple pieces
- 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1/2 avocado
- 1/2 red onion
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 1/2 cups cooked quinoa
- 1 1/2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp finely chopped cilantro
- 1/2 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken breast in a mixture of coconut milk, pineapple juice, tamari sauce, lime zest, garlic, onion powder, cumin, paprika, ginger powder, and salt for at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Prepare the dressing by combining lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, honey, salt, and black pepper in a jar; shake well and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over high heat; cook the marinated chicken for about 6 minutes until golden brown. Let it rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, sear fresh pineapple pieces until golden on all sides.
- Assemble by layering romaine lettuce on a platter and topping with avocado slices, red onion, cherry tomatoes, quinoa, sliced chicken, and seared pineapple.
- Drizzle with dressing just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg