Polynesian Salad – #SundaySupper

Hi Everyone, Today I have for you a salad that I had at the Grand Lux Cafe in Las Vegas.  I just fell in love with this salad and I had to re-create it at home!  The only problem was I never got to taste the dressing at the restaurant because the waitress brought me balsamic and this is supposed to come with a pineapple apricot dressing.  But I am pretty happy with my dressing that I made for the salad.

The salad is light with a wonderful tropical flair!  It’s filled with mango, jicama, cucumber, red onions, snap peas, sweet bell pepper, chicken and served on a bed of mixed greens and cabbage.  Look at the pretty colors!

The dressing is light, sweet and a little savory.  I made it using fresh pineapple, freshly squeezed orange juice, garlic, dijon mustard and rice vinegar.  I placed all of the ingredients in a blender and out came this wonderful little dressing that doesn’t contain oil.  After my trip I need to cut back on the fat wherever I can!  Even though olive oil is a healthy oil!!

I love that this week with Sunday Supper that we had to make skinny dishes!  You know this topic is right up my alley!!!  I really debated on what to make, and all I could think about was this salad.  I think this time of year we could use a light, tropical dish!!  I am so ready for spring!

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Polynesian Salad

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Yield: 2 Big Plates

Serving Size: 1 Big Plate & 1/2 the dressing

A sweet, light tropical salad made with chicken, mangoes, snap peas and served on a bed of mixed greens and cabbage, topped with a sweet and savory pineapple vinaigrette.

Ingredients

1. 8 oz chicken, skinless, boneless,cooked, diced
2. 4 cups mixed salad greens
3. 2 cups cabbage, shredded
4. 2/3 cup sweet bell pepper, diced
5. 4 tbsp. red onion, diced
6. 2/3 cup jicama, peeled, diced
7. 2/3 cup snap peas, diced
8. 2/3 cup mango, peeled, diced
9. 2/3 cup cucumber, diced
11. Dressing:
12. 1/4 freshly squeezed orange juice
13. 1/4 cup pineapple
14. 1/4 cup rice vinegar
15. 1 tsp. garlic. minced
16. 1 tsp. dijon mustard

Instructions

1. In a blender add all the ingredients for the dressing and process until smooth.
2. One two plates; divide all of the salad ingredients and top with dressing.

Notes

Calories per plate including the dressing: 299, Fat: 2.7, Cholesterol: 65, Sodium: 706, Potassium: 591, Carbs: 41, Fiber: 19.2, Sugar: 12.6, Protein: 31

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Wow, just after I looked at the nutritional stats, I can’t believe all of the fiber and protein in this salad!  What a great and healthy salad!!   So glad I decided to re-create this one!!  I know I’ll be placing this salad on my weekly rotations!  This salad will be perfect for lunches this week! Make sure you check out what everyone else is serving at the Sunday Supper!  I can’t wait to see what skinny dishes everyone comes up with! Have a great rest of the weekend! Toodles, Jennifer

There’s something for everyone. This week’s line up of recipes is overflowing with delicious skinny versions of appetizers and soup, desserts and sides and of course we couldn’t forget the main dish. There’s a even a few skinny comfort foods which is always a good thing when you’re looking for a low calorie heart warming, comfort meal. Just take a look at what’s coming this week ! Sizzling Skinny Appetizers & Soups

• Napa Cabbage wrapped Chinese Spring Rolls by Small Wallet Big Appetite
• #DairyFree Cream of Broccoli Soup by Galactosemia in PDX
• Easy Vegan Lentil Soup by Neighbor Food
• Spicy Asian Chicken Noodle Soup by Food Lust People Love
•  Tomato Basil Soup by No one Likes Crumbley Cookies
• Skinny Beef Chili by Webicurean

 Healthy Skinny Mains & Sides

• Chicken with Herb Tomatoes and Pan Sauce by Hezzi D’s Books & Cooks
• Kale Salad with Pomegranates, Apples and Walnuts by The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen
• Skinny Salad Wraps by MamaMommyMom
• Mashed Cauliflower by Supper for a Steal
• Lamb Florentine Burger with Tzatziki by Country Girl in the Village
• Skinny Avocado Egg Salad Wraps by The Daily Dish
• Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad by Family Foodie
• Parchment-Poached Salmon by Simply Gourmet
• Maddy’s Arugula Salad by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
• Cauliflower Pizza by Cravings of a Lunatic
• Light chicken enchiladas by My Cutie Bride
• Pear Almond Arugula Salad with Honey Vinaigrette by Vintage Kitchen
• Pasta Primavera by Crazy Foodie Stunts
• Cauliflower Fried Rice by Cupcake & Kale Chips
• Ahi Tuna Salad by The Urban Mrs
• Soba Noodles with Edamame and Green Onions by Hip Foodie Mom
• Scallops Hong Kong Style by Magnolia Days
• Slow Cooker Pork and Green Chile Stew by Momma’s Meals
• Roasted Garlic, Chicken & Herb White Pizza by Dinners and Desserts
• Polynesian Salad with Pineapple Vinaigrette by Peanut Butter and Peppers
• Herb Roasted Salmon with Steamed Cabbage & Peas by The Lovely Pantry
• Turkey and Black Bean Taco Burgers by In The Kitchen With K P
• Salmon Tikka Wraps with Cucumber Raita by Soni’s Food
• Whole wheat pasta with Spicy Roasted Cauliflower by Crispy Bits & Burnt Ends
• Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs by I Run For Wine
• Chipotle Black Bean Burgers with Baked Garlic Home Fries  by Curious Cuisiniere
• The Ninja Baker’s Sake & Miso Salmon by Ninja Baking
• Roasted Sweet Potato, Quinoa and Black Bean Burgers with Parsnip Fries  by  Gourmet Drizzles
• Slow Cooker Chicken and Smoked Sausage Cassoulet by The Weekend Gourmet
• Cumin Roasted Cauliflower and Carrots by Mangoes and Chutney
• Italian Sub Salad by Diabetic Foodie
• Kale and Quinoa Croquettes by The Wimpy Vegetarian
• Broccoli Patties with Arugula and Champagne Vinaigrette by Sustainable Dad
• Raw Kale Salad with Chickpeas and Salmon in Orange Dressing by Shockingly Delicious
• Greek Yogurt Egg Salad Sandwich by Damn Delicious
• Oven Roasted Cauliflower Recipe by Home Cooking Memories
• Confetti Cabbage and Salmon Wraps by The Roxx Box
• Escarole and Beans  by Midlife Road trip
• Cajun Black Beans by Ruffles and Truffles 
• Caprese salad by The Little Ferraro Kitchen
• Skinny Wholegrain Fettuccine Alfredo with Greek Yogurt & Coconut Oil by Sue’s Nutrition Buzz

Guilt Free Skinny Desserts & Snacks

• Chocolate avocado cake by Gotta Get Baked
• Tiramisu Parfaits by Kudos Kitchen by Renee
• Sugar Free Banana Almond Muffins by What Smells So Good
• Strawberry Coconut Cinnamon Buns by Juanita’s Cocina
• Warm Apple Crumble by Mama’s Blissful Bites
• Dark Chocolate-Dipped Apricots by girlichef
• Homemade Protein Bar Recipe by Masala Herb
• Skinny Chocolate Almond Pudding by Basic N Delicious

Wine Pairing Recommendations for Skinny Sunday Supper by ENOFYLZ Wine Blog Join the #SundaySupper conversation on twitter each Sunday. We tweet throughout the day and share recipes from all over the world. This week we will be sharing out special skinnified recipes! Our weekly chat starts at 7:00 pm ET and you do not want to miss out on the fun. Follow the #SundaySupper hash tag and remember to include it in your tweets to join in the chat. Check out our #SundaySupper Pinterest board for more fabulous recipes and food photos. Join us Around the Family Table this Sunday at 7pm Eastern Time and share your favorite healthy recipes with us!

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