Why Make This Recipe
This Healthy Chicken Salad with Grapes and Almonds is a delightful way to enjoy a light meal or snack. Packed with protein from chicken, along with the sweetness of grapes and the crunch of almonds, this salad is not only nutritious but also incredibly satisfying. It’s quick to make and perfect for meal prep or a family gathering.
How to Make Healthy Chicken Salad with Grapes and Almonds
Ingredients:
- 3 cups cooked chicken, chopped or shredded
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 cup red grapes, halved
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced almonds
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 2 Tbsp parsley, finely chopped
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp celery seed
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
Directions:
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In a large bowl, mix together the chopped or shredded chicken, diced celery, halved red grapes, sliced almonds, green onions, and finely chopped parsley until evenly distributed.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the plain Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, celery seed, salt, and cracked black pepper until the dressing is smooth and well blended.
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Drizzle the dressing over the chicken mixture. Gently mix until all ingredients are thoroughly coated and combined to create a creamy and flavorful salad.
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Cover the salad and refrigerate until ready to serve, allowing the flavors to meld. Serve chilled with crackers, on slices of bread or in a wrap, or on a bed of lettuce as a refreshing salad.
How to Serve Healthy Chicken Salad with Grapes and Almonds
You can serve this chicken salad in many ways. For a light lunch, enjoy it on whole-grain bread or in a wrap. Pair it with some crunchy crackers for a quick snack. Alternatively, you can serve it on a bed of crisp lettuce for a refreshing salad.
How to Store Healthy Chicken Salad with Grapes and Almonds
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The salad can last for about 3 days. Just be sure to keep it chilled to maintain its freshness.
Tips to Make Healthy Chicken Salad with Grapes and Almonds
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick option.
- Feel free to adjust the ingredients based on your preferences; add more grapes for sweetness or replace almonds with walnuts if you prefer.
- For extra crunch, add chopped apples or additional celery.
Variation
You can make this salad with different proteins like turkey or tofu for a vegetarian option. Adding a variety of nuts or seeds can also change the texture while keeping it healthy.
FAQs
Q: Can I make this salad ahead of time?
A: Yes, you can make it a day in advance. Just cover it and refrigerate until you’re ready to serve.
Q: What kind of chicken should I use?
A: You can use leftover cooked chicken, rotisserie chicken, or even poached chicken for a healthier option.
Q: Is this recipe gluten-free?
A: Yes, it is naturally gluten-free if you serve it on gluten-free bread or lettuce wraps.
Healthy Chicken Salad with Grapes and Almonds
A nutritious and satisfying chicken salad packed with protein, sweetness from grapes, and crunch from almonds, perfect for a light meal or snack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken, chopped or shredded
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 cup red grapes, halved
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced almonds
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 2 Tbsp parsley, finely chopped
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp celery seed
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the chopped or shredded chicken, diced celery, halved red grapes, sliced almonds, green onions, and finely chopped parsley until evenly distributed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the plain Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, celery seed, salt, and cracked black pepper until the dressing is smooth and well blended.
- Drizzle the dressing over the chicken mixture. Gently mix until all ingredients are thoroughly coated and combined to create a creamy and flavorful salad.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate until ready to serve, allowing the flavors to meld.
Notes
For a quick option, use rotisserie chicken. Feel free to adjust ingredients based on your preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
