Ingredients
– 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
– 1 cup celery, finely chopped
– ½ cup cranberries, dried
– ½ cup walnuts, roughly chopped
– ½ cup Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise)
– 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
– 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
– 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Optional: mixed salad greens for serving
Instructions
Making Healthy Chicken Salad with Cranberries and Walnuts is a straightforward process when you follow these easy steps:
1. Prepare Chicken: If not using pre-cooked chicken, poach, grill, or roast raw chicken until fully cooked. Allow it to cool before shredding or dicing.
2. Chop Vegetables: Finely chop the celery and set it aside.
3. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, celery, cranberries, and walnuts.
4. Make Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey (if using), and Dijon mustard until smooth.
5. Mix Salad: Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture, then gently fold everything together until evenly coated.
6. Season: Taste the salad and add salt and pepper as needed.
7. Chill (Optional): For best flavors, cover and refrigerate for about 30 minutes before serving.
8. Serve: Serve the salad on a bed of mixed greens or in wraps for a delightful meal.
With these simple steps, you’ll have a vibrant and nutritious dish ready to enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 30g