Chicken Salad Stolen from a Rylstone Cafe
Bring the vibrant flavors of the countryside to your table with this irresistible "Chicken Salad Stolen from a Rylstone Cafe." This fresh and hearty salad combines tender shredded chicken breast with crisp mixed greens, juicy bursts of red grapes, crunchy celery, and the subtle sharpness of red onion. A creamy dressing made with tangy Greek yogurt, zesty Dijon mustard, and a splash of lemon juice ties the ingredients together, while toasted slivered almonds add a delightful crunch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this nutritious salad is perfect as a quick lunch, light dinner, or elegant side dish. Serve it as is or pair it with crusty bread for a meal that feels like a cafe escape in every bite! Perfect for those searching for a "healthy chicken salad recipe," "quick salad ideas," or "cafe-style salad recipes."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces cooked chicken breast
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup red grapes
- 2 pieces celery stalks
- 0.5 cup slivered almonds
- 0.25 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Shred the cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Wash and dry the mixed salad greens, then arrange them in a large serving bowl or platter.
Slice the red grapes in half and thinly slice the celery stalks and the red onion. Add them to the bowl with the salad greens.
In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the slivered almonds until golden and fragrant, about 3–5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Add the shredded chicken to the serving bowl on top of the salad greens, grapes, celery, and red onion.
Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad, then gently toss everything together until well combined and coated with the dressing.
Sprinkle the toasted slivered almonds over the top as a final garnish.
Serve immediately as a standalone dish or with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2047 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 135.9 g | 174% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 397 mg | 132% | |
| Sodium | 2207 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.1 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.9 g | ||
| Protein | 129.9 g | 260% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 330 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1513 mg | 32% | |
*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.
