Apple Walnut Chicken Salad
Elevate your lunch or dinner game with this vibrant and wholesome Apple Walnut Chicken Salad, a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors. Tender shredded chicken combines with crisp diced apples, crunchy celery, and toasted walnuts for a delightful mix of textures, while a creamy, tangy dressing made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and a hint of honey ties everything together beautifully. Served over a bed of fresh mixed greens, this salad is not only quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes but also packed with protein and seasonal charm. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing side dish or a satisfying main course, this Apple Walnut Chicken Salad is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
- 1 medium Red apple, diced
- 2 Celery stalks, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup Walnuts, toasted and chopped
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 cups Mixed greens or lettuce
Instructions
Begin by toasting the walnuts. Heat a dry skillet over medium heat, add the walnuts, and toast for 2–4 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Remove from heat and let them cool.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, diced apple, chopped celery, and toasted walnuts.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Serve the salad over a bed of mixed greens or lettuce for a light, crunchy base.
Optional: Garnish with additional chopped walnuts or a sprinkle of dried cranberries for added flavor.
Enjoy immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving for a colder, more refreshing salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1888 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.2 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 523 mg | 174% | |
| Sodium | 2087 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.6 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.9 g | ||
| Protein | 154.6 g | 309% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 445 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 2899 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
