Curried Chicken Salad with Fruit and Veggies
Elevate your lunchtime game with this vibrant and flavorful Curried Chicken Salad with Fruit and Veggies! This recipe combines tender shredded chicken with a creamy, tangy dressing made from Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, and aromatic curry powder, delivering a unique twist on a classic favorite. Juicy grapes, crisp apples, crunchy celery, and sweet shredded carrots add a delightful mix of textures and a pop of freshness, while optional slivered almonds and parsley provide a nutty crunch and herbaceous finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile salad is perfect as a standalone dish, a topper for mixed greens, or a hearty sandwich filling. Packed with protein, colorful fruits, and veggies, this easy-to-make meal is as nutritious as it is delicious—ideal for meal prep or a quick, healthy lunch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 0.5 cups Plain Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cups Mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Curry powder
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup Grapes, halved
- 1 Apple, cored and diced
- 2 stalks Celery, thinly sliced
- 1 large Carrot, shredded
- 0.25 cups Slivered almonds (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 2 cups Mixed greens or spinach (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, curry powder, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well-combined.
Add the shredded or diced chicken, grapes, diced apple, sliced celery, and shredded carrot to the bowl.
If desired, stir in the slivered almonds and chopped parsley for added texture and flavor.
Mix everything thoroughly to ensure that all the ingredients are evenly coated with the creamy curry dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the curried chicken salad on its own, over a bed of mixed greens or spinach, or as a filling for sandwiches or wraps. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2162 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.4 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 679 mg | 226% | |
| Sodium | 3418 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 98.0 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.6 g | ||
| Protein | 239.3 g | 479% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 456 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 3439 mg | 73% | |
*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.
