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Chicken Salad with Grapes and Almonds Recipe

Chicken Salad with Grapes and Almonds Recipe


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4.8 from 15 reviews

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

A delightful and refreshing chicken salad recipe with a perfect blend of savory and sweet flavors. This Chicken Salad with Grapes and Almonds is easy to make and ideal for a light lunch or a picnic.


Ingredients

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Chicken Salad:

  • 3 cups cooked chicken breast (diced or shredded)
  • 1 cup red or green seedless grapes (halved)
  • 1/3 cup sliced almonds (toasted)
  • 2 celery stalks (finely chopped)
  • 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)

Dressing:

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt (optional, for extra creaminess)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Serving:

  • Fresh lettuce leaves or croissants for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Salad: In a large bowl, combine chicken, grapes, almonds, celery, and red onion.
  2. Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  3. Combine: Pour dressing over the chicken mixture and toss gently to coat.
  4. Adjust: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. Serve: Chill and serve on lettuce, in a sandwich, or in a croissant.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add chopped fresh herbs like parsley or tarragon.
  • This salad can be made up to a day in advance and stored covered in the refrigerator.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg