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Chicken Salad

Chicken Salad

  • Author: Jonathan
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Delicious and easy chicken salad recipe featuring tender cooked chicken breast combined with crisp celery, sweet-tart green apples, juicy red grapes, and a creamy plant-based mayonnaise dressing with Dijon mustard and fresh herbs. Perfect as a nutritious meal for lunch or dinner, customizable with various mix-ins and ideal for meal prep.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
  • 1 cup celery stalks, diced
  • 1 cup green apples, diced
  • 1 cup red grapes, halved
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Dressing

  • 1/2 cup plant-based mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (natural)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (natural)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Start with cooked, cooled chicken breast. Shred or dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces to make sure every forkful is perfectly portioned and easy to eat.
  2. Chop the Fresh Ingredients: Dice celery, green apples, and slice the red grapes in half to bring in texture contrasts and fresh flavors. Make sure the pieces are uniform for an even bite experience.
  3. Mix the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together plant-based mayonnaise, Dijon mustard (natural), lemon juice (natural), salt, and pepper. This creamy dressing binds everything together with a light tangy finish.
  4. Combine Everything: Gently fold your chicken and chopped ingredients into the dressing. Add fresh parsley and mix just enough to coat all elements without squashing the lovely textures.
  5. Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to let all the flavors mingle and develop. This step makes the dish even more refreshing and satisfying.

Notes

  • Use Cooling Time: Letting the salad rest enhances the blend of flavors and improves texture.
  • Freshness Matters: Use crisp celery and juicy apples to keep the salad vibrant and crunchy.
  • Season Lightly: Start with a little salt and pepper; you can always adjust after mixing.
  • Dice Uniformly: Balanced-sized pieces ensure every mouthful is flavorful and enjoyable.
  • Store Properly: Keep the salad in an airtight container to maintain freshness longer.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: chicken salad, healthy chicken salad, easy chicken salad, meal prep, gluten free, plant-based mayonnaise

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