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Chicken Waldorf Salad

Delicious Chicken Waldorf Salad with Creamy Yogurt Dressing

This Chicken Waldorf Salad is a vibrant dish combining chicken, fruits, and a creamy yogurt dressing, perfect for a healthy meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups diced cooked chicken rotisserie chicken recommended
  • 1 cup chopped red apple a red apple will provide the best flavor
  • 1 cup halved red grapes green grapes can be used as well
  • 1 cup thinly sliced celery
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans pecans can be substituted
  • ½ cup dried cranberries raisins can be substituted
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt dairy-free yogurt can be used
  • 1 unit fresh lemon juice use fresh for the best taste
  • 2 tablespoons honey maple syrup is a vegan alternative
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
  • optional black poppyseeds can be omitted if not available

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of diced cooked chicken, 1 cup of chopped red apple, 1 cup of halved red grapes, 1 cup of thinly sliced celery, ½ cup of chopped walnuts or pecans, and ½ cup of dried cranberries. Toss these vibrant ingredients together until they are evenly distributed.
  2. In a separate small bowl, mix together 1 cup of Greek yogurt, the juice of one fresh lemon, 2 tablespoons of honey, a pinch of salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Whisk these components together until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture in the large bowl. Gently toss the ingredients together using a spatula, ensuring all elements are well-coated in the creamy yogurt dressing.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the Chicken Waldorf Salad for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Serve the salad on your favorite lettuce leaves or in pita bread, enjoying the burst of color and taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 26gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure chicken pieces are diced uniformly for consistent texture. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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