Going Pineapple for Chicken Salad

Here comes the summer and with it comes the feeling of heaviness on the body when heavy meals are eaten in this season.Chicken as a light meat and pineapple as a juicy fruit are more appropriate in the summer than heavy sauces and meats. Pineapple is rich in vitamin C and not only that but also supplies the body with vitamin A, pantothenic acid and folate. With its juiciness that is a good replenishment for the body to remain hydrated, there is nothing like having pineapple in the hot summer months. While chicken is rich in protein, it also provides the body with phosphorus, tryptophan, vitamin B6, selenium,vitamin B3 and more. Though it can be prepared anytime you want, Pineapple Chicken Salad recipes are especially great in the summer. The sweet-tasting pineapple gives a more delicious taste into the chicken salad you surely wouldn’t want to miss when picking your favorites served on a buffet table. The lemon juice, pepper, salt as well as the tomatoes make the salad more flavorful which creates a perfect balance in your palate. This recipe is especially a delight for the pineapple lovers, which can also be made as a filling for sandwiches. Some prefer to munch on a pineapple chicken salad sandwich at lunchtime. Chicken salad is not only great with sweet pineapple but also with crunchy pecan, both are considered a perfect combination to make a delicious pineapple chicken salad sandwich. One of the best easy recipes out there and is very popular in casual gatherings especially when made as a filling in sandwiches. Great for picnics, for any weekend getaway or just any day of the week, this recipe is irresistible that everyone is just sure to love since it is not only light but also healthful and perfect for those who are dieting as well.

Ingredients

4 chicken breasts cooked and chopped into bite size pieces

3 cups fresh chopped pineapple

24 oz. bag of fresh spring mix

2 cups of cherry tomatoes sliced in halves

Olive Oil

Lemon juice

Salt

Pepper

Basil (Dried)

1.After the chicken breasts are cooked, using a large bowl, mix the pineapple, spring mix and chicken well. 

2.Drizzle the salad with some amounts of lemon juice and olive oil. 

3.Sprinkle pepper and salt. 

4.Add dried basil, a few dashes of it. 

5.The salad should be mixed well and tenderly. 

6.Separate equally into 4 chilled plates. 

7. This recipe makes for 4 servings.