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Healthy Chicken Salad with Grapes

Healthy Chicken Salad with Grapes

  • Author: Marcus
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Healthy Chicken Salad with Grapes combines tender lean chicken, sweet juicy grapes, crunchy toasted walnuts, and fresh herbs in a creamy plant-based dressing. It is quick to prepare, nutritious, colorful, and perfect for a light lunch, dinner, or snack. The salad delivers balanced flavors and textures with simple, wholesome ingredients for a refreshing and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
  • 1 cup red or green grapes, halved
  • 2 celery stalks, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup plant-based mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt (plant-based)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Shred or dice the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces. Carefully halve the grapes to preserve their juicy texture. Thinly slice the celery stalks and roughly chop the toasted walnuts and fresh parsley. Keep the prepared ingredients separated to make assembling easier.
  2. Mix the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together the plant-based mayonnaise, plant-based yogurt, apple cider vinegar (natural), salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and creamy. This dressing provides a balance of richness and tanginess that complements the salad.
  3. Combine Everything: Gently fold the chicken, grapes, celery, toasted walnuts, and parsley into the dressing. Be careful to coat all the ingredients evenly without crushing the grapes to retain their juicy texture. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
  4. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. This resting time helps meld the flavors and allows the dressing to infuse the ingredients for a more harmonious dish.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken to save time and add flavor.
  • Lightly toast walnuts to enhance nuttiness and texture.
  • Halve grapes carefully to avoid bitterness and preserve sweetness.
  • Maintain a 1:1 ratio of plant-based mayonnaise to yogurt for a creamy dressing.
  • Add salt and pepper gradually, tasting as you go for balanced seasoning.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: No cooking required
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: healthy chicken salad, chicken salad with grapes, plant-based dressing, quick chicken salad, gluten free salad

Find it online: https://tastysoulkitchen.com/healthy-chicken-salad-with-grapes/