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Oriental Chicken Salad

A crisp and colorful salad with bold Oriental Dressing flavor.

Pineapple Shrimp Salad

A tropical favorite with sweet pineapple vinaigrette.

Strawberry Guava Fruit Salad

Fresh, fruity, and refreshing for any occasion.

Deluxe French Pasta Salad

Creamy, tangy, and perfect for gatherings.

Maui Grilled Chicken

A sweet and tamgy island-style chicken everyone loves.

Asian Cucumber Salad

Light, refreshing and full of island-inspired flavor.

Chicken Wrap with Ginger Sesame

A quick and delicious wrap that’s perfect on the go.

Ginger Sesame Salmon

Savory, sweet, and perfectly balanced for any night. 

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Oriental Chicken Salad

A crisp and colorful island-inspired salad featuring grilled chicken, fresh greens, crunchy almonds, mandarin oranges, and Tropics Original Oriental Dressing.
  • Prep Time: 15 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 Minutes
  • Serves: 4

Ingredients:

2 chicken breasts, grilled
6 cups romaine lettuce
1 cup red cabbage
1 mandarin orange
¼ cup sliced almonds
½ cup crispy noodles
¼ cup Tropics Original Oriental Dressing

Directions:

1. Grill chicken and slice thinly.
2. Toss lettuce and cabbage together.
3. Add oranges, almonds and noodles.
4. Top with chicken.
5. Drizzle with Tropics Original Oriental Dressing.
6. Serve immediately.
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Pineapple Shrimp Salad

A refreshing island-inspired salad featuring grilled shrimp, sweet pineapple, crisp vegetables, and Tropics Pineapple Vinaigrette. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a tropical gathering.

  • Prep Time: 15 Minutes | Cook Time: 8 Minutes | Servings: 4

Ingredients

Salad

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 6 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
  • 1 cup red cabbage, shredded
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup cucumber, sliced
  • ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons toasted almonds
  • 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped

Dressing

  • ½ cup Tropics Pineapple Vinaigrette

Directions

  1. Season the shrimp lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Grill or sauté the shrimp over medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes per side, or until pink and fully cooked. Allow to cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, pineapple chunks, red cabbage, bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion.
  4. Add the cooked shrimp and gently toss the ingredients together.
  5. Drizzle with Tropics Pineapple Vinaigrette and toss lightly to coat.
  6. Garnish with toasted almonds and chopped green onions.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh tropical flavors of Hawaii.

Serving Suggestion

Pair with grilled fish, garlic bread, or enjoy as a light island-inspired lunch. For extra tropical flavor, add mango slices or avocado.

Serving Suggestion

Pair with grilled fish, garlic bread, or enjoy as a light island-inspired lunch. For extra tropical flavor, add mango slices or avocado.

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Tropics Pineapple Vinaigrette

Sweet, refreshing pineapple flavor with a bright tangy finish, crafted with aloha in Hawaii. Perfect for salads, seafood, grilled chicken, wraps, marinades, and tropical-inspired dishes.

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Strawberry Guava Fruit Salad 

Fresh, colorful, and bursting with tropical flavor, this Strawberry Guava Fruit Salad combines sweet strawberries, juicy guava, pineapple, grapes, and kiwi, lightly tossed with Tropics Strawberry Guava Vinaigrette. It's a refreshing island-inspired dish that's perfect for brunch, dessert, potlucks, or a healthy snack any time of day.

Prep Time: 15 Minutes | Cook Time: No Cooking Required | Servings: 4​-6

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 2 cups guava, diced
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1 cup seedless grapes, halved
  • 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • ¼ cup Tropics Strawberry Guava Vinaigrette

Directions

  1. Wash and prepare all fruit by slicing, dicing, and halving as needed.
  2. Place the strawberries, guava, pineapple, grapes, and kiwi into a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add the chopped mint leaves and gently toss the fruit together.
  4. Drizzle the Tropics Strawberry Guava Vinaigrette over the fruit mixture.
  5. Gently toss until all ingredients are lightly coated.
  6. Refrigerate for 15–20 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
  7. Serve chilled and enjoy this refreshing taste of the islands.

Serving Suggestion

Perfect as a refreshing side dish, brunch offering, dessert, or tropical addition to picnics, luaus, and family gatherings.

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Tropics Strawberry Guava Vinaigrette

Inspired by Hawaii's unique strawberry guava, this tropical vinaigrette combines sweet strawberry and guava flavors with a refreshing tangy finish, perfect for fruit salads, green salads, seafood, grilled chicken, and island-inspired dishes.

Deluxe French Pasta Salad

Creamy, tangy, and full of island-style flavor, this Deluxe French Pasta Salad combines tender pasta, crisp vegetables, and Tropics Special Dressing Deluxe French for a colorful side dish perfect for family meals, potlucks, BBQs, and gatherings.
  • Prep Time: 15 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 Minutes
  • Serves: 6

Ingredients:

  • 12 oz rotini or bowtie pasta
  • ¾ cup Tropics Special Dressing Deluxe French
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • ½ cup red bell pepper, diced
  • ½ cup black olives, sliced
  • ½ cup shredded carrots
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup green onions, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions until tender. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Place the cooled pasta in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, olives, carrots, red onion, and green onions.
  4. Pour Tropics Special Dressing Deluxe French over the pasta mixture.
  5. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  8. Serve cold and enjoy.

Featured Product:

Tropics Special Dressing Deluxe French — a rich, tangy French-style dressing with island-inspired sweetness and savory flavor, perfect for salads, marinades, dipping, and local-style dishes.

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Maui Grilled Chicken

Juicy grilled chicken, marinated in Tropics Maui Dressing French Style, served with grilled pineapple for a sweet-and-tangy, island-inspired meal.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes + 30 minutes marinating
  • Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
  • Serves: 4

Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • ½ cup Tropics Maui Dressing French Style
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Grilled pineapple slices, for serving
  • Green onions or cilantro, for garnish

Directions:

  1. In a bowl, combine Tropics Maui Dressing French Style, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place the chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over the chicken.
  3. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
  4. Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  5. Grill the chicken for 6–8 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Grill the pineapple slices for 1–2 minutes per side until lightly caramelized.
  7. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  8. Serve with grilled pineapple and garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro.

Serving Suggestion:

Serve with steamed white rice, macaroni salad, grilled vegetables, or a fresh green salad for a Hawaii-inspired meal.

Featured Product:

Tropics Maui Dressing French Style — a sweet and tangy island-inspired dressing that works beautifully as both a dressing and a marinade.

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Asian Cucumber Salad

Light, crisp, and refreshing, this Asian Cucumber Salad combines crunchy cucumbers with the savory-sweet flavors of Tropics Original Oriental Dressing. It’s a quick island-inspired side dish that pairs especially well with grilled meats, seafood, rice dishes, and local-style meals.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: No cooking required
  • Serves: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 large English cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • ¼ cup Tropics Original Oriental Dressing
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Wash and thinly slice the cucumbers and red onion.
  2. Place the cucumbers and red onion in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add Tropics Original Oriental Dressing and sesame oil, if using.
  4. Toss gently until the cucumbers and onions are evenly coated with the dressing.
  5. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
  6. Season with freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
  7. Refrigerate for 10–15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to blend. Serve chilled.

Serving Suggestion:

Serve chilled alongside grilled chicken, salmon, teriyaki dishes, poke bowls, BBQ meats, or steamed rice.

Featured Product:

Tropics Original Oriental Dressing — A Hawaii favorite with savory soy sauce, sesame seed, garlic, and a touch of sweetness. Perfect for salads, marinades, seafood, grilled meats, noodles, and island-style dishes.

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Chicken Wrap with Ginger Sesame

Inspired by Hawaii's vibrant flavors, this Chicken Wrap with Ginger Sesame combines juicy grilled chicken, crisp vegetables, and Tropics Ginger Sesame Dressing in a soft tortilla for a fresh and satisfying meal with the perfect balance of savory ginger and sesame flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
  • Serves: 4 wraps

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups grilled chicken, sliced
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups romaine lettuce, shredded
  • 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup carrots, shredded
  • ½ cup red cabbage, shredded
  • ¼ cup green onions, chopped
  • ½ cup Tropics Ginger Sesame Dressing
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

  1. Season and grill the chicken until fully cooked, then slice into strips.
  2. Warm the tortillas slightly to make them easier to fold.
  3. Layer lettuce, cucumber, carrots, red cabbage, and sliced chicken in the center of each tortilla.
  4. Drizzle Tropics Ginger Sesame Dressing over the filling.
  5. Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds.
  6. Fold in the sides of each tortilla, then roll tightly.
  7. Slice each wrap in half and serve immediately.

Serving Suggestion:

Serve with Asian Cucumber Salad, fresh fruit, or extra Tropics Ginger Sesame Dressing on the side for dipping.

Featured Product:

Tropics Ginger Sesame Dressing — A savory, island-inspired dressing featuring the flavors of ginger and sesame. Use it for wraps, salads, marinades, grilled meats, seafood, noodles, and other Asian-inspired dishes.

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Ginger Sesame Salmon

A crisp and colorful island-inspired salad featuring grilled chicken, fresh greens, crunchy almonds, mandarin oranges, and Tropics Original Oriental Dressing.
  • Prep Time: 10 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 12-15 Minutes
  • Serves: 4

Ingredients:

Salmon

  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Ginger Sesame Glaze

  • 1/3 cup Tropics Ginger Sesame Dressing
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Garnish

  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • Lime wedges

Directions:

1.   Preheat grill, oven, or skillet to medium-high heat.
2.  Pat salmon fillets dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
3.  In a small bowl, combine Tropics Ginger Sesame Dressing, honey, grated ginger, and sesame oil.
4.  Brush the salmon generously with the ginger sesame glaze.
5.  Grill or cook salmon for 4–6 minutes per side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
6.  During the last few minutes of cooking, brush additional glaze over the salmon for extra flavor.
7.  Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
8.  Serve with steamed rice, grilled vegetables, or a fresh island salad.

Serving Suggestion:

Pair with jasmine rice, grilled pineapple, and a side of Asian cucumber salad for a complete island-inspired meal.

Featured Product:

Tropics Ginger Sesame Dressing
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