Chicken Raisin and Apple Salad
Elevate your lunch or light dinner game with this irresistible Chicken Raisin and Apple Salad, a refreshing combination of sweet and savory flavors. Tender, shredded chicken pairs beautifully with juicy diced apples, chewy raisins, and crisp celery, creating a medley of textures in every bite. Tossed in a creamy yet tangy dressing made with Greek yogurt, honey, and Dijon mustard, this salad is layered over a bed of fresh mixed greens for a vibrant presentation. A sprinkle of optional walnuts adds a satisfying crunch and nutty finish. Perfect for meal prep or entertaining, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 15 minutes and can be enjoyed immediately or chilled for later. Healthy, flavorful, and effortlessly elegant, this salad is bound to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
- 0.5 cups Raisins
- 1 large Apple (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji), diced
- 2 Celery stalks, thinly sliced
- 0.25 small Red onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cups Mixed greens or baby spinach
- 0.25 cups Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cups Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened)
- 1 tablespoons Honey
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 cups Chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, raisins, diced apple, sliced celery, and red onion.
Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Place the mixed greens on a serving platter or divide them among individual plates.
Top the greens with the chicken and dressing mixture.
If desired, sprinkle chopped walnuts on top for added crunch and flavor.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 4 hours before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2157 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.9 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 466 mg | 155% | |
| Sodium | 2142 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 143.0 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.7 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 98.7 g | ||
| Protein | 166.0 g | 332% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 388 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 3235 mg | 69% | |
*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.
