This Waldorf-style chicken salad combines cooked chicken with crisp celery, apple, raisins and walnuts. A small amount of mayonnaise, yogurt and lemon juice brings the filling together over mixed salad leaves.
Recipe adapted from APP’s licensed Exceed Nutrition collection.
Servings: 2 · Prep: 10 minutes · Cooking: No cooking with prepared chicken
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Ingredients
- 3.5 oz. (100 g) cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 apple, peeled, cored and chopped
- ¼ cup (40 g) raisins
- ¼ cup (30 g) chopped walnuts
- 1 tbsp. mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp. plain low-fat yogurt
- 1 tbsp. lemon juice
- 3 oz. (90 g) mixed salad leaves
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
How to make it
- Combine the cooked chicken, celery, apple, raisins and walnuts in a bowl.
- Add the mayonnaise, yogurt and lemon juice. Season to taste and mix well.
- Divide the salad leaves between two bowls and top with the chicken mixture. Finish with black pepper and serve.
Nutrition estimate per serving
| Calories | Protein | Carbohydrate | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|
| 354 kcal | 20 g | 33 g | 16 g |
These are the source guide’s estimates, not an independent analysis. Ingredients, brands, substitutions and portions change the values. The 10-minute preparation estimate assumes the chicken is already cooked. If you prepare chicken specifically for this recipe, allow extra cooking time. Bread, crackers and additional dressing are separate additions to the stated nutrition.
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Recipe questions
Can I make this without chicken?
The source guide suggests tofu as an alternative. Substituting tofu changes the flavor and nutrition, so use the label for your chosen portion.
Which allergens should I consider?
The recipe includes walnuts and yogurt. Mayonnaise may contain egg, and other ingredients depend on the brands used. Check labels for your dietary needs.
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