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A Healthy and Delicious Meal: Grilled Chicken and Mangos on Baby Greens




Eating well doesn’t have to mean sacrificing flavor. This meal combines grilled chicken and mangos with baby greens, a scrumptious mixture of savory and sweet flavors that is also extremely nutritious. Not only is it delicious, but this meal is packed with vitamins, minerals, and other essential nutrients that your body needs to stay healthy. Let’s take a closer look at what makes this meal so beneficial for your health.
Nutritional Benefits of Grilled Chicken and Mangos on Baby Greens
This meal is especially rich in vitamin C, vitamin E, lutein/zeaxanthin (for the eyes), folate (important for pregnant women), and zinc (which helps boost immunity). It also contains plant-based omega-3s (for heart health), fiber (for digestive health), B vitamins (which help break down food into energy) iron (essential for transporting oxygen throughout the body), and potassium (helps regulate blood pressure).

In addition to these essential vitamins and minerals, chicken provides a great source of protein which helps strengthen muscles, aid in weight loss, boost metabolism, balance hormones, increase energy levels, reduce cravings for unhealthy foods, improve brain function, aid in digestion. Mangos are also high in antioxidants which help protect the cells from damage caused by free radicals. And lastly, baby greens are an excellent source of dietary fiber which helps maintain healthy digestion.
 
This recipe requires very little preparation beyond preheating the grill before you start cooking. As far as ingredients go make sure to use organic chicken if possible as this will provide more nutrients than conventional chicken. Also make sure to choose ripe mangos as they will be easier to cut up and will provide a more flavorful experience. Additionally adding some olive oil or vinegar can add some extra flavor while helping you get more benefits from the food’s antioxidants. Finally you can add whatever type of baby green you prefer; spinach or arugula are both good choices but feel free to mix it up depending on what looks best at the store or farmer’s market!    

Grilled chicken and mangos on baby greens is not only delicious but also extremely nutritious! This meal contains many essential vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin C and E for vision health; folate for pregnant women; zinc for immunity; plant-based omega-3s for heart health; B Vitamins for energy production; iron for oxygen transportation; potassium for regular blood pressure; protein which aids weight loss; antioxidants which protect cells from damage caused by free radicals; dietary fiber which promotes healthy digestion. With just a few simple ingredients this tasty dish can easily become part of any healthy diet! Plus it's super easy to prepare with minimal effort required on your part - all you need to do is preheat your grill before getting started! So why not try out this tasty yet nutritious meal today? Your taste buds—and your body—will thank you!

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • pinch of red pepper flakes
  • 4 four-ounce skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1" strips

DRESSING:
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon minced lemon peel
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • cooking spray
  • 8 cups baby lettuce
  • 1 /2 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1 /2 cup julienned red bell pepper
  • 1 large mango, peeled, seeded, and diced
  • 2 tablespoons mint leaves, minced


Source: http://www.aoa.org/patients-and-public/caring-for-your-vision/diet-and-nutrition/recipes-chicken?sso=y