{"id":224822,"date":"2025-05-05T13:07:19","date_gmt":"2025-05-05T13:07:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/recipes\/category-a-b\/budget-food\/caribbean-salad-with-grilled-chicken-so-fresh-easy\/"},"modified":"2025-05-05T13:07:19","modified_gmt":"2025-05-05T13:07:19","slug":"caribbean-salad-with-grilled-chicken-so-fresh-easy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=224822","title":{"rendered":"Caribbean Salad with Grilled Chicken {So Fresh + Easy!}"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1000\" height=\"2000\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" social-rocket-hidden-pinterest-image\" style=\"display: none;\" alt=\"Caribbean Salad is light, bright, fresh, and filled with vibrant produce and hearty grilled chicken! With fresh pineapple, mandarin oranges, crisp greens, and a slightly sweet orange dressing, this easy salad lets you take a trip to the tropics via dinner!\" data-pin-description=\"Caribbean Salad is light, bright, fresh, and filled with vibrant produce and hearty grilled chicken! With fresh pineapple, mandarin oranges, crisp greens, and a slightly sweet orange dressing, this easy salad lets you take a trip to the tropics via dinner!\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/caribbean-salad-with-produce-for-kids\/\" data-pin-title=\"Carribbean Salad\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Luau-Salad.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1000\" height=\"2000\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" social-rocket-hidden-pinterest-image\" style=\"display: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Luau-Salad.jpg\" alt=\"Caribbean Salad is light, bright, fresh, and filled with vibrant produce and hearty grilled chicken! With fresh pineapple, mandarin oranges, crisp greens, and a slightly sweet orange dressing, this easy salad lets you take a trip to the tropics via dinner!\" data-pin-description=\"Caribbean Salad is light, bright, fresh, and filled with vibrant produce and hearty grilled chicken! With fresh pineapple, mandarin oranges, crisp greens, and a slightly sweet orange dressing, this easy salad lets you take a trip to the tropics via dinner!\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/caribbean-salad-with-produce-for-kids\/\" data-pin-title=\"Carribbean Salad\"\/><\/p>\n<p><strong>This Caribbean Salad is light, bright, fresh, and filled with vibrant produce and hearty grilled chicken! From the fresh pineapple to the sweet mandarin oranges to the earthy black beans to the crisp greens all tossed in a slightly sweet orange dressing, this tropical salad is bursting with flavor and will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished. <\/strong><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" data-pin-description=\"This easy Caribbean Salad is made with grilled chicken, fresh fruit, leafy greens, and a bright orange vinaigrette for a fresh and healthy salad that is reminiscent of Cheesecake Factory's Luau Salad.\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Caribbean-Salad.jpg\" alt=\"Caribbean salad with grilled chicken, black beans, pineapple in white dish topped with corn chips.\" class=\"wp-image-90775\" title=\"Caribbean Salad\" data-pin-title=\"Carribbean Salad\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Caribbean-Salad.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Caribbean-Salad-360x480.jpg 360w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Caribbean-Salad-180x240.jpg 180w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Caribbean-Salad-720x960.jpg 720w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Caribbean-Salad-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Caribbean-Salad-400x533.jpg 400w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Caribbean-Salad-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Caribbean-Salad-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Caribbean-Salad-378x504.jpg 378w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Caribbean-Salad-276x368.jpg 276w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Caribbean-Salad-600x800.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-recipe-overview has-background has-background-background-color\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-my-favorite-caribbean-chicken-salad\">My Favorite Caribbean Chicken Salad<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright is-resized is-style-rounded\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Kristen.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-69735\" style=\"width:150px\" data-pin-description=\"This Caribbean Salad is light, bright, fresh, and filled with vibrant produce and hearty grilled chicken! From the fresh pineapple to the sweet mandarin oranges to the earthy black beans to the crisp greens all tossed in a slightly sweet orange dressing, this tropical salad is bursting with flavor and will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.\" data-pin-title=\"Carribbean Salad\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Kristen.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Kristen-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Kristen-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Kristen-360x360.jpg 360w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Kristen-180x180.jpg 180w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Kristen-720x720.jpg 720w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Kristen-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Kristen-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Kristen-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>Through the years I have tried a lot of Caribbean salads\u2013from chain restaurants to local cafes to taking cooking classes from chefs in St. Lucia and Jamaica. <\/p>\n<p>Using those experiences along with readily available ingredients, I have created what I believe to be the best Caribbean Salad. <\/p>\n<p>With zesty marinated chicken, earthy black beans, sweet mango, fresh pineapple and crisp bell peppers this salad is a vibrantly colored and filled with texture. <\/p>\n<p>But what set this salad apart is the dressing! With a unique ingredient (spoiler alert: orange juice concentrate) and slightly spicy <a href=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/jerk-seasoning\/\">jerk seasoning<\/a>, it is sweet, tangy, and marries the ingredients of this salad together in a way that will have you wanting to make this on repeat!<\/p>\n<p>Happy Cooking! <strong><em>xo Kristen<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-notes-on-ingredients\">Notes on Ingredients<\/h2>\n<p><em>You will find the full list of ingredients, along with quantities in the recipe card. Below is a quick glance at what you need and tips to help you make the right selection.<\/em><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Ingredients for caribbean chicken salad labeled on counter.\" class=\"wp-image-90819\" title=\"Caribbean Salad with Chicken\" data-pin-description=\"This Caribbean Salad is light, bright, fresh, and filled with vibrant produce and hearty grilled chicken! From the fresh pineapple to the sweet mandarin oranges to the earthy black beans to the crisp greens all tossed in a slightly sweet orange dressing, this tropical salad is bursting with flavor and will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.\" data-pin-title=\"Carribbean Salad\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Salad-Recipe.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Salad-Recipe-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Salad-Recipe-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Salad-Recipe-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Salad-Recipe-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Salad-Recipe-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Salad-Recipe.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Salad-Recipe.jpg\" alt=\"Ingredients for caribbean chicken salad labeled on counter.\" class=\"wp-image-90819\" title=\"Caribbean Salad with Chicken\" data-pin-description=\"This Caribbean Salad is light, bright, fresh, and filled with vibrant produce and hearty grilled chicken! From the fresh pineapple to the sweet mandarin oranges to the earthy black beans to the crisp greens all tossed in a slightly sweet orange dressing, this tropical salad is bursting with flavor and will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.\" data-pin-title=\"Carribbean Salad\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Salad-Recipe.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Salad-Recipe-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Salad-Recipe-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Salad-Recipe-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Salad-Recipe-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Salad-Recipe-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Salad Base<\/strong>: Opt for a mild green such as butter lettuce or romaine. I find spinach, kale, and spring mixes tend to overpower the other components. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Chicken<\/strong>: Boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs\u2013or omit the chicken for a hearty and flavorful vegetarian salad. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Black Beans<\/strong>: For additional protein, fiber, and earthy notes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fruit\/Veggies:<\/strong> Don\u2019t feel like you have to use everything, but I recommend a combination of fresh ripe mango, fresh pineapple chunks, red bell pepper, and canned mandarin oranges for a medley of sweet, fresh flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dressing<\/strong>: Made with orange juice concentrate (trust me on this\u2013it adds the perfect touch of sweetness and fresh acidic flavor), rice vinegar, olive oil, honey, and <a href=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/jerk-seasoning\/\">jerk seasoning<\/a>\u2013it is sweet, tangy, spicy, and bright. <\/li>\n<li><strong>For Crunch:<\/strong> Topping the salad with corn chips or tortilla strips, poppy seeds and sesame seeds adds a satisfying texture. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-caribbean-chicken-salad\">How to Make Caribbean Chicken Salad<\/h2>\n<p><em>The following tips are provided to help you achieve perfect results. You will find the ingredient quantities and detailed instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.<\/em><\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Prepare Dressing\/Marinade<\/strong>. The orange vinaigrette is used to not only dress the salad, but to marinate chicken. After combining the ingredients together in a small jar or bowl, remove \u00bc cup of dressing to marinate the chicken, cover the remaining dressing, and refrigerate until ready to dress the salad.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Marinate the Chicken<\/strong>. Place the chicken in a shallow dish or resealable storage bag. Pour the reserved dressing over chicken, tossing to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner\">\n<p class=\"block-tip__subtitle has-primary-background-color has-background\">Kristen\u2019s Key Tip<\/p>\n<p>Do not marinate the chicken longer than 2 hours, as the citrus in the marinade will begin to break down chicken, causing it to be mushy. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Chicken breasts in large storage bag with orange dressing.\" class=\"wp-image-90792\" title=\"Tropical Salad with Marinated Chicken\" data-pin-description=\"This Caribbean Salad is light, bright, fresh, and filled with vibrant produce and hearty grilled chicken! From the fresh pineapple to the sweet mandarin oranges to the earthy black beans to the crisp greens all tossed in a slightly sweet orange dressing, this tropical salad is bursting with flavor and will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.\" data-pin-title=\"Carribbean Salad\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Chicken-Salad.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Chicken-Salad-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Chicken-Salad-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Chicken-Salad-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Chicken-Salad-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Chicken-Salad-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Chicken-Salad.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Chicken-Salad.jpg\" alt=\"Chicken breasts in large storage bag with orange dressing.\" class=\"wp-image-90792\" title=\"Tropical Salad with Marinated Chicken\" data-pin-description=\"This Caribbean Salad is light, bright, fresh, and filled with vibrant produce and hearty grilled chicken! From the fresh pineapple to the sweet mandarin oranges to the earthy black beans to the crisp greens all tossed in a slightly sweet orange dressing, this tropical salad is bursting with flavor and will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.\" data-pin-title=\"Carribbean Salad\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Chicken-Salad.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Chicken-Salad-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Chicken-Salad-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Chicken-Salad-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Chicken-Salad-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Cheesecake-Factory-Luau-Chicken-Salad-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Grill Chicken.<\/strong> Remove the chicken from marinade and place on preheated grill or grill pan. Grill for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Remove the chicken to a cutting board and let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing into bite-sized pieces. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"Two marinated chicken breasts on grill plate.\" class=\"wp-image-90791\" title=\"Caribbean Salad with Grilled Chicken \" data-pin-description=\"This Caribbean Salad is light, bright, fresh, and filled with vibrant produce and hearty grilled chicken! From the fresh pineapple to the sweet mandarin oranges to the earthy black beans to the crisp greens all tossed in a slightly sweet orange dressing, this tropical salad is bursting with flavor and will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.\" data-pin-title=\"Carribbean Salad\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Grilled-Caribbean-Chicken-Salad.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Grilled-Caribbean-Chicken-Salad-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Grilled-Caribbean-Chicken-Salad-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Grilled-Caribbean-Chicken-Salad-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Grilled-Caribbean-Chicken-Salad-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Grilled-Caribbean-Chicken-Salad-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Grilled-Caribbean-Chicken-Salad.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Grilled-Caribbean-Chicken-Salad.jpg\" alt=\"Two marinated chicken breasts on grill plate.\" class=\"wp-image-90791\" title=\"Caribbean Salad with Grilled Chicken \" data-pin-description=\"This Caribbean Salad is light, bright, fresh, and filled with vibrant produce and hearty grilled chicken! From the fresh pineapple to the sweet mandarin oranges to the earthy black beans to the crisp greens all tossed in a slightly sweet orange dressing, this tropical salad is bursting with flavor and will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.\" data-pin-title=\"Carribbean Salad\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Grilled-Caribbean-Chicken-Salad.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Grilled-Caribbean-Chicken-Salad-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Grilled-Caribbean-Chicken-Salad-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Grilled-Caribbean-Chicken-Salad-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Grilled-Caribbean-Chicken-Salad-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Grilled-Caribbean-Chicken-Salad-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Dress Greens.<\/strong> While the chicken is resting, toss the lettuce with a couple tablespoons of the dressing\u2013this helps to really build layers of flavor without overdressing the salad. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Assemble<\/strong>. Top the greens with black beans, diced pineapple, mango, red pepper, mandarin oranges, and diced chicken. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Dressed greens with orange dressing, pineapple, red pepper, mango, and chicken layered in salad bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-90789\" title=\"Tropical Chicken Salad\" data-pin-description=\"This Caribbean Salad is light, bright, fresh, and filled with vibrant produce and hearty grilled chicken! From the fresh pineapple to the sweet mandarin oranges to the earthy black beans to the crisp greens all tossed in a slightly sweet orange dressing, this tropical salad is bursting with flavor and will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.\" data-pin-title=\"Carribbean Salad\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tropical-Chicken-Salad-Recipe.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tropical-Chicken-Salad-Recipe-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tropical-Chicken-Salad-Recipe-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tropical-Chicken-Salad-Recipe-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tropical-Chicken-Salad-Recipe-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tropical-Chicken-Salad-Recipe-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tropical-Chicken-Salad-Recipe.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tropical-Chicken-Salad-Recipe.jpg\" alt=\"Dressed greens with orange dressing, pineapple, red pepper, mango, and chicken layered in salad bowl. \" class=\"wp-image-90789\" title=\"Tropical Chicken Salad\" data-pin-description=\"This Caribbean Salad is light, bright, fresh, and filled with vibrant produce and hearty grilled chicken! From the fresh pineapple to the sweet mandarin oranges to the earthy black beans to the crisp greens all tossed in a slightly sweet orange dressing, this tropical salad is bursting with flavor and will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.\" data-pin-title=\"Carribbean Salad\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tropical-Chicken-Salad-Recipe.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tropical-Chicken-Salad-Recipe-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tropical-Chicken-Salad-Recipe-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tropical-Chicken-Salad-Recipe-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tropical-Chicken-Salad-Recipe-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tropical-Chicken-Salad-Recipe-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ol start=\"6\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Serve.<\/strong> Right before serving, add the sesame seeds, poppy seeds, and tortilla strips\/corn chips. Serve with the remaining dressing on the side. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" alt=\"Salad with grilled chicken, black beans, pineapple, red peppers, mandarin oranges, and an orange vinaigrette.\" class=\"wp-image-90822\" title=\"Tropical Chicken Salad\" data-pin-description=\"This Caribbean Salad is light, bright, fresh, and filled with vibrant produce and hearty grilled chicken! From the fresh pineapple to the sweet mandarin oranges to the earthy black beans to the crisp greens all tossed in a slightly sweet orange dressing, this tropical salad is bursting with flavor and will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.\" data-pin-title=\"Carribbean Salad\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chicken-Salad-with-Mango-and-Black-Beans.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chicken-Salad-with-Mango-and-Black-Beans-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chicken-Salad-with-Mango-and-Black-Beans-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chicken-Salad-with-Mango-and-Black-Beans-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chicken-Salad-with-Mango-and-Black-Beans-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chicken-Salad-with-Mango-and-Black-Beans-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chicken-Salad-with-Mango-and-Black-Beans.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chicken-Salad-with-Mango-and-Black-Beans.jpg\" alt=\"Salad with grilled chicken, black beans, pineapple, red peppers, mandarin oranges, and an orange vinaigrette.\" class=\"wp-image-90822\" title=\"Tropical Chicken Salad\" data-pin-description=\"This Caribbean Salad is light, bright, fresh, and filled with vibrant produce and hearty grilled chicken! From the fresh pineapple to the sweet mandarin oranges to the earthy black beans to the crisp greens all tossed in a slightly sweet orange dressing, this tropical salad is bursting with flavor and will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.\" data-pin-title=\"Carribbean Salad\" srcset=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chicken-Salad-with-Mango-and-Black-Beans.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chicken-Salad-with-Mango-and-Black-Beans-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chicken-Salad-with-Mango-and-Black-Beans-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chicken-Salad-with-Mango-and-Black-Beans-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chicken-Salad-with-Mango-and-Black-Beans-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chicken-Salad-with-Mango-and-Black-Beans-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-quaternary-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-kristen-s-key-tips-amp-swaps\">Kristen\u2019s Key Tips &amp; Swaps<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Make it Vegetarian<\/strong>. Add extra black beans and omit the chicken. Faster while still being flavorful and filling. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Use Leftovers.<\/strong> Instead of marinating and grilling chicken, top this Caribbean Salad with leftover <a href=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/teriyaki-chicken\/\">grilled teriyaki chicken<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/instant-pot-chicken-breasts\/\">shredded Instant Pot chicken<\/a>, or leftover<a href=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/oven-roasted-rotisserie-chicken\/\"> rotisserie chicken<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Swap Out the Fruit.<\/strong> Use fresh, segmented mandarin oranges in place of canned, use canned pineapple tidbits in place of fresh pineapple, and\/or omit a fruit if not in season or ripe. <\/li>\n<li><strong>For Topping<\/strong>. If using tortilla strips, they are typically sold in the produce section or next to croutons a the grocery store. Corn chips or crushed-up tortilla chips work just as well. Sesame seeds and poppy seeds are optional as well. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-delicious-chicken-salad-recipes\">More Delicious Chicken Salad Recipes<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-review-cta\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"five-stars\" width=\"80\" height=\"16\" alt=\"five-stars\" data-pin-description=\"This Caribbean Salad is light, bright, fresh, and filled with vibrant produce and hearty grilled chicken! From the fresh pineapple to the sweet mandarin oranges to the earthy black beans to the crisp greens all tossed in a slightly sweet orange dressing, this tropical salad is bursting with flavor and will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.\" data-pin-title=\"Carribbean Salad\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/themes\/amindfullmom-2025\/assets\/icons\/color\/five-stars.svg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"five-stars\" src=\"https:\/\/amindfullmom.com\/wp-content\/themes\/amindfullmom-2025\/assets\/icons\/color\/five-stars.svg\" width=\"80\" height=\"16\" alt=\"five-stars\" data-pin-description=\"This Caribbean Salad is light, bright, fresh, and filled with vibrant produce and hearty grilled chicken! From the fresh pineapple to the sweet mandarin oranges to the earthy black beans to the crisp greens all tossed in a slightly sweet orange dressing, this tropical salad is bursting with flavor and will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.\" data-pin-title=\"Carribbean Salad\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"block-review-cta__title\">Did you make this recipe?<\/p>\n<p>If you enjoyed this recipe, please leave a comment with a 5-star review at the bottom of the post. Thank you!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-9990\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"9990\" data-servings=\"4\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-test-kristen-410\">\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n\t  <!-- .wpforms-container --><\/p>\n<p><label id=\"wprm-toggle-switch-1763898109\" class=\"wprm-toggle-switch wprm-toggle-switch-rounded\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox-1763898109\" class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-slider\" style=\"width: 40px;height: 20px;margin-top: -10px;background-color: #cccccc;border-radius: 10px;\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-label wprm-prevent-sleep-label wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"margin-left: 50px;\">Cook Mode<\/span><\/label><span class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-description wprm-block-text-normal\">Prevent your screen from going dark<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-9990-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"9990\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-9990-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">In a small bowl whisk together, the <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-9990-11 wprm-block-text-normal\">\u00bc cup pulp-free orange juice concentrate<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-9990-12 wprm-block-text-normal\">2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-9990-13 wprm-block-text-normal\">2 tablespoons honey<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-9990-16 wprm-block-text-normal\">\u00bd teaspoon jerk seasoning<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-9990-15 wprm-block-text-normal\">\u00bc teaspoon kosher salt<\/span>, and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-9990-17 wprm-block-text-normal\">\u00bc teaspoon black pepper<\/span>. Slowly stream in the <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-9990-14 wprm-block-text-normal\">\u00bc cup extra virgin olive oil<\/span>, while whisking until fully incorporated and emulsified. Remove \u00bc cup of dressing to marinate the chicken, cover the remaining dressing and refrigerate until ready to dress the salad. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-9990-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Trim <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-9990-1 wprm-block-text-normal\">1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast<\/span> of any fat or grizzle and place in a shallow dish or resealable storage bag. Pour \u00bc cup of the reserved dressing over chicken, tossing to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-9990-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Preheat a grill to medium high or heat a grill plate over or grill pan to medium high. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the chicken is 165\u2109\/74\u2103. Remove the chicken from the grill, let rest 5 minutes, and then cube into bite-sized pieces. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-9990-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">In a large serving bowl, combine the <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-9990-2 wprm-block-text-normal\">2 heads romaine lettuce<\/span> (chopped) with 2 tablespoons of the dressing. Top the greens with <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-9990-3 wprm-block-text-normal\">1 large ripe mango<\/span> (diced), <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-9990-4 wprm-block-text-normal\">1 cup fresh pineapple<\/span> (diced), <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-9990-5 wprm-block-text-normal\">1 (12 oz) can mandarin oranges<\/span> (drained and rinsed), <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-9990-6 wprm-block-text-normal\">1 medium red bell pepper<\/span> (diced), and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-9990-18 wprm-block-text-normal\">1 (15 oz) can black beans<\/span>drained and rinsed), tossing to combine. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-9990-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Dish out individual servings and top each salad with a sprinkle of poppy seeds, sesame seeds, and corn\/tortilla chips as desired. Serve with the remaining dressing on the side. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Fruit\/Veggies:<\/strong> Feel free to omit or mix and match the combination of fresh ripe mango, fresh pineapple chunks, red bell pepper, and canned mandarin oranges.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Make it Vegetarian:<\/strong> Use 2 cans of black beans and omit the chicken. Delicious and hearty!<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Storage<\/strong>: The assembled salad and dressing can be stored in separate airtight containers for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. Wait to add poppy seeds, sesame seeds, and chips until right before serving.\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">318<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">39<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">27<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">72<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">149<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1011<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">32<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">14185<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">54.2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">75<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\" style=\"flex-basis: 180px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-uppercase\" style=\"color: var(--wp--custom--color--neutral-700)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2.3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-min-font-size\">Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><em>Originally published in 2015 updated in 2025.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This Caribbean Salad is light, bright, fresh, and filled with vibrant produce and hearty grilled chicken! 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