Chicken Almond Salad
Bright, fresh, and full of crunch, this Chicken Almond Salad is the ultimate combination of wholesome and savory flavors. Featuring tender shredded chicken, crisp celery, juicy red grapes, and toasted sliced almonds, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between texture and taste. The creamy dressing, made with a blend of tangy Greek yogurt, rich mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of honey, ties everything together beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook salad is perfect for a quick lunch, light dinner, or even a crowd-pleasing potluck dish. Serve it on a bed of crisp romaine lettuce or mixed greens for added freshness, or enjoy it as is for a protein-packed meal. With its mix of satisfying ingredients and vibrant flavors, this Chicken Almond Salad is sure to become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 2 stalks Celery, finely chopped
- 1 cup Red grapes, halved
- 0.5 cup Sliced almonds, toasted
- 2 Green onions, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 cups Romaine lettuce or mixed greens (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded or diced chicken breast, chopped celery, halved red grapes, toasted sliced almonds, and chopped green onions. Mix gently to combine.
In a smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and well blended.
Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture. Toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly with the dressing.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to your preference.
Serve the Chicken Almond Salad as is, or on a bed of romaine lettuce or mixed greens for extra crunch and freshness.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir before serving again.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2201 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 134.5 g | 172% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.2 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 525 mg | 175% | |
| Sodium | 1908 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.4 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.6 g | ||
| Protein | 163.9 g | 328% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 348 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2420 mg | 51% | |
*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.
