A fresh and gluten-free Hawaiian Chicken Salad made with juicy pineapple, crunchy veggies, and a creamy yogurt-lime dressing. Perfect for meal prep or summer lunches.
3 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
1 ½ cups fresh pineapple, diced
1 cup red cabbage, finely sliced
½ cup carrots, julienned or shredded
½ cup celery, thinly sliced
½ cup red bell pepper, diced
2 green onions, sliced
⅓ cup macadamia nuts, toasted and chopped
2 tbsp unsweetened coconut flakes (optional)
Dressing:
½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt)
1 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tsp honey or maple syrup
1 tsp Dijon mustard
Salt & pepper to taste
Prepare chicken by shredding or dicing into bite-sized pieces.
Chop all vegetables and pineapple into uniform sizes.
Toast macadamia nuts in a dry pan until golden, then chop.
In a small bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients.
Combine chicken, veggies, pineapple, and coconut flakes in a large bowl.
Add dressing and toss gently to coat.
Top with toasted nuts just before serving.
Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Omit nuts for allergy-friendly version.
Swap yogurt for dairy-free to keep vegan.
Delicious in lettuce wraps or over greens.