A healthy delight featuring chicken tenders, a colorful array of vegetables and fruits.
Indulge in a burst of flavor with this healthy Umami-Chicken Vegetables Fruits Salad. Besides being healthy and delicious, this dish is easy to make. Hence, making it a perfect satiating lunch or dinner. Featuring succulent chicken tenders seasoned with a delightful homemade umami porcini spice mix, this wholesome recipe not only tantalizes your taste buds but also offers a myriad of health benefits.
To prepare, first season the chicken tenders with a blend of extra virgin olive oil, kosher salt, and our tantalizing homemade umami spice mix. Additionally the seasoned tenders develops a deeper depth of flavor when allowed to sit for fifteen to thirty minutes. However, while the “marinating” step is not a deal breaker, it does allow the chicken to absorb the rich essence.
Furthermore, the star of this umami-chicken vegetables fruits salad dish is the Citrus-Thyme Vinaigrette,. The zesty blend of fresh thyme leaves, grated garlic, minced shallot, Champagne Vinegar, and passion fruit Vinegar offers a delight in every bite of the salad. This vibrant dressing not only elevates the taste but also contributes to heart health and digestion. Moreover, the antioxidants in thyme and the gut-friendly properties of garlic brings additional nutrition.
Assemble the salad by tossing shredded carrots, thinly sliced red onions, diced mango, segmented oranges, and grape tomatoes in the flavorful vinaigrette. This infusion of colorful fruits and vegetables provides a spectrum of essential vitamins and minerals, promoting overall well-being.
Best way to cook the chicken tenders for this umami-chicken vegetables fruit salad and what to do with leftover chicken
First and foremost, this umami-chicken vegetables fruits salad bowl calls for pan-searing the marinated tenders in a cast iron pan. This method yields a golden exterior and an outrageously delicious tender juicy chicken. Additionally, a larger amount of chicken used in the recipe results in leftovers. The leftovers are perfect for adding to chicken soup. Save a pound of the tenders and add them to our Healthy Leftover Chicken Noodle Soup. Moreover, while the chicken tenders are best pan fried in healthy avocado oil, feel free to grill, broil or bake them.
Finally, once the tenders cook and rest for a few minutes they are chopped into bite-sized pieces. Further, they are then integrated with the vibrant salad mixture. Hence, resulting in a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, a treat for your senses and your health. Additionally, serve over a bed of organic arugula or your favorite salad greens, enhancing the dish with more nutrients. The umami-packed chicken, coupled with the citrusy vinaigrette and fresh produce, creates a culinary symphony that is not only delicious but also a wholesome choice for those seeking a balanced and nutrient-rich meal.
Want more healthy and delicious salads?
Then you’ll want to try our very popular Haricots Vert Shrimps Salad. This stunning Haricots Vert Shrimps Salad is a show stopper. A perfect delicious appetizer or light lunch that will tantalize the palate of all friends and family. Even better, our Healthy Brown Rice Salad, works for plant-based diets. Specifically, whether you try our umami-chicken vegetables fruits salad or any of the recommended choices, your palate will thank you! Enjoy and Happy Cooking.
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Umami-Chicken Vegetables Fruits Salad
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 pounds chicken tenders rinsed and dried (I like to save 1/2 of the chicken to make left over soup)
- 12 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 – 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt (adjust for your diet)
- 1 tablespoons umami porcini spice mix (recipe link below)
- avocado oil for pan frying – 3 to 4 tablespoons
For the vinaigrette
- 3 – 4 fresh thyme sprigs use leaves only
- 1 clove garlic grated
- 1 tablespoon shallot finely minced
- 1 tablespoon Champagne Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon passion fruit Vinegar
- pinch of salt
- 5 – 6 tablespoons avocado oil
For the Vegetables and Fruits
- 1 large carrot peeled and shredded
- 1 small piece of red onion thinly sliced (about 1/4 cup)
- 2 slices mango diced. (I used half-ripened mango)
- 1 naval or cara cara orange peeled and segmented (Supreme)
- 1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes
- pinch of salt – optional
- 3 – 4 cups organic arugula or your favorite salad greens
Instructions
Season Chicken
- In a medium mixing bowl, add the chicken tenders. Season with the olive oil, salt and umami spice mix. Mix to coat the tenders. Set aside for 15 or up to 30 minutes.2 pounds chicken tenders, 12 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 – 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 tablespoons umami porcini spice mix
Make the vinaigrette
- Add all the vinaigrette ingredients into a medium sized bowl. Add a pinch of salt. Give it a whisk.3 – 4 fresh thyme sprigs, 1 clove garlic, 1 tablespoon shallot finely minced, 1 tablespoon Champagne Vinegar, 1 tablespoon passion fruit Vinegar, pinch of salt
- Drizzle in the avocado oil while whisking. Whisk a few seconds until emulsified5 – 6 tablespoons avocado oil
Cook the chicken tenders and assemble the salad.
- Start by adding the vegetables and fruits to the bowl with the vinaigrette. Mix to coat the veggies and fruits. Set aside while you pan sear the chicken tenders.1 large carrot, 1 small piece of red onion, 2 slices mango, 1 naval or cara cara orange, 1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes, pinch of salt – optional
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high flame. Add the avocado oil.avocado oil for pan frying – 3 to 4 tablespoons
- Cook the seasoned chicken tenders in batches. 3 to 4 minutes per side.Note: I cooked the chicken in 2 batches and when rested for 5 minutes the juices should run clear.
- Chop the chicken tenders into bite size pieces. Add them to the salad bowl. Toss with the vegetables and fruits.
- To serve, add your favorite greens to the bottom of a serving bowl. We love to add organic arugula or red butter lettuces. Or a combo. Enjoy.
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