Grilled Chicken With Cucumber Melon Salsa Recipe 425

MELON SALSA

A sweet and spicy fresh melon salsa. Great with tortilla chips or over grilled fish.

Provided by Steve King

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Salsa Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Melon Salsa image

Steps:

Combine melon, tomatoes, cucumber, and onion in a bowl. Add cilantro, jalapeno, salt, pepper, and chili powder. Squeeze lime juice over mixture and stir well. Refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes if possible.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 20.4 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 0.8 g, Sodium 1173.2 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

Ingredients

½ cantaloupe melon, cut into 1/4-inch chunks
2 medium Roma tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch chunks
½ cucumber, chopped
½ red onion, chopped
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1 tablespoon salt
½ tablespoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ lime

SPICED CHICKEN WITH MELON SALSA

Both sweet and spicy, this summery entree from Roxanne Chan of Albany, California can be grilled or broiled. "It's nutritious and delicious, " says Roxanne. "To speed up preparation, I buy a container of mixed melon pieces at the supermarket."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Spiced Chicken with Melon Salsa image

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the salt, ginger, nutmeg and pepper flakes; rub over chicken. , Lightly oil the grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 6 in. from the heat for 6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the salsa ingredients. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 380mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Ingredients

1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
SALSA:
1/3 cup each diced cantaloupe, honeydew and watermelon
2 tablespoons diced celery
1 green onion, finely chopped
2 teaspoons minced fresh mint or 1/4 teaspoon dried mint
2 teaspoons chopped crystallized ginger
2 teaspoons lime juice
2 teaspoons honey
1/4 teaspoon grated lime zest

GRILLED CHICKEN WITH SALSA

I know summer has arrived when I make this grilled chicken dish with all its fresh ingredients. The colorful salsa is bursting with zesty flavor. -Julie Simpson, North Aurora, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings (3 cups salsa).

Number Of Ingredients 17

Grilled Chicken with Salsa image

Steps:

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first eight ingredients; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 4 hours. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine salsa ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving. , Drain and discard marinade. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. Serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 178mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Ingredients

1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
TOMATO-PINEAPPLE SALSA:
4 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 cup cubed fresh pineapple
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/3 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup lime juice
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped

CHICKEN WITH MANGO-CUCUMBER SALSA

I put this dish together after looking for something quick and easy without too much indoor cooking. My husband prefers this moist grilled chicken a tad spicy. -Linda Tringali, Monroe Township, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings (4 cups salsa).

Number Of Ingredients 16

Chicken with Mango-Cucumber Salsa image

Steps:

For dressing, in a small bowl, mix the first six ingredients. Place cucumber, mango, tomato and onion in a large bowl; toss with dressing., Brush chicken with oil; sprinkle with seasonings. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°. Serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 547mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Ingredients

2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro or parsley
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 medium cucumber, diced
1 medium mango, peeled and diced
1 medium tomato, chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
CHICKEN:
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

GRILLED CHICKEN TOPPED WITH MIXED MELON SALSA

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories dinner, easy, quick, main course

Time 25m

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Grilled Chicken Topped With Mixed Melon Salsa image

Steps:

In a medium bowl, toss together the melons, ginger, scallion and jalapeno. Mix in the lime juice and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Refrigerate until cold.
Heat a grill or broiler. Season the chicken breasts with the remaining salt and pepper to taste. Grill or broil until cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Divide among 4 plates and top with the salsa. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 185, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 19 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 431 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Ingredients

1 cup ripe honeydew melon, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 cup ripe cantaloupe, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
3 tablespoons minced scallion
1 teaspoon seeded and minced jalapeno
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 chicken breasts, boned, skinned and split
Freshly ground pepper to taste