Satay Chicken Salad w/ Pineapple + Cashews
2 People
391 Cals
Satay Chicken Salad w/ Pineapple + Cashews
2 People
391 Cals
About the recipe
My Satay Chicken Salad with Pineapple & Cashews is the kind of recipe that makes healthy eating feel indulgent. It’s fresh, crunchy and bursting with flavour, combining tender chicken (or tofu for a plant-based option), sweet pineapple, crisp lettuce and toasted cashews, all tossed through a creamy peanut satay dressing with lime and ginger. The balance of sweet, savoury and zesty is pure magic—and it comes together in minutes.This salad is naturally high in protein and packed with fibre-rich vegetables to support digestion and steady energy. Pineapple adds a fresh tropical lift while also helping with digestion, making this a beautiful lunch or light dinner that keeps you feeling satisfied without feeling heavy. It’s perfect for warm days, meal prep, or when you’re craving something vibrant, nourishing and full of flavour.Whether you serve it as a quick weekday meal, a crowd-pleasing platter for entertaining, or a meat-free version with tofu, this satay chicken salad is proof that simple ingredients can deliver big flavour—fast.
Nutrition Per Serving
391
Calories
13g
Fat
3g
Saturates
15g
Sugars
998mg
Salt
46g
Protein
25g
Carbs
4g
Fibre
Ingredients
- 250 g cooked chopped chicken – you can also use tofu for vego option
- ½ carrot finely grated
- 2 slices pineapple chopped
- 1 baby gem or cos lettuce sliced
- 1 small cucumber, sliced
- handful bean sprouts
- 2 spring onions sliced
- handful fresh mint or shiso leaves
SAUCE
- 2 tablespoons smooth peanut butter or tahini
- 2 tbsp tamari soy sauce
- 1 - 2 teaspoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger optional
- 1 lime juiced
- water to mix if required
EMBELLISHMENTS
- lime yoghurt, fried shallots, cashew nuts
Method
- COMBINE all the dressing ingredients into a bowl. Taste and adjust where needed.
- ADD the cooked chicken, carrot, lettuce, cucumber, pineapple, spring onions and herbs.
- MIX well until combined.
- PILE onto a large serving plate and scatter with cashew nuts, fried shallots and herbs.
- SERVE with extra lime and some yoghurt on the side.
- ENJOY
Notes & Inspiration
This salad is incredibly versatile—swap chicken for crispy tofu or tempeh for a delicious plant-based version. You can also serve alongside steamed Jasmine rice.
