Chicken or Turkey Salad
Transform your leftover poultry into a delightful and satisfying dish with this versatile Chicken or Turkey Salad recipe! Packed with the perfect balance of creamy and crunchy, this salad combines tender chicken or turkey, crisp celery, and sweet grapes (for a fun twist) with a luscious dressing made of mayonnaise, tangy Greek yogurt, and a splash of fresh lemon juice. Toasted almonds or walnuts lend a delightful crunch, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds brightness to every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is perfect for meal preps, quick lunches, or elegant appetizers. Serve it on bread, in wraps, or over fresh greens for a healthy and flavorful meal. Perfect for leftovers, this easy chicken or turkey salad is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken or turkey (shredded or diced)
- 0.5 cups mayonnaise
- 0.25 cups Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cups celery (chopped)
- 0.25 cups red onion (finely diced)
- 0.5 cups grapes (halved, optional)
- 0.25 cups toasted slivered almonds or chopped walnuts
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken or turkey, chopped celery, red onion, and grapes (if using).
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the chicken or turkey mixture and stir until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Fold in the toasted nuts and chopped parsley for added texture and flavor.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper to your liking.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to an airtight container. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Once chilled, serve the chicken or turkey salad on bread, in wraps, on crackers, or over a fresh bed of greens. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1931 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.7 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.7 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 508 mg | 170% | |
| Sodium | 1876 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.2 g | ||
| Protein | 156.3 g | 313% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 244 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 2151 mg | 46% | |
*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.
