Chicken waldorf salad with apple, walnuts and grapes
Delight in the classic flavors of Chicken Waldorf Salad, a refreshing blend of tender chicken breast, crisp apple, crunchy walnuts, and juicy grapes, all lightly dressed with a tangy touch of vinegar. Perfect for a light lunch or a side dish!
Cook time 12 min
Prep time 5 min
Ingredients:
2/3 cup chicken breasts1 apple
1 tbsp walnuts
1/4 cup grapes
1/2 fl oz vinegar
Chicken Waldorf Salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that combines tender chicken breasts with sweet and tangy apples, crisp walnuts, and juicy grapes. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish at dinner, providing a lovely balance of flavors and textures.
Instructions:
- If your chicken breasts are not yet cooked, start by boiling or grilling them until they are fully cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Let them cool before dicing them into small, bite-sized pieces.
- Wash and core the apple. Dice it into small pieces. If you prefer, you can leave the skin on for extra texture and nutrients.
- For added flavor, you can toast the walnuts. Simply heat a small, dry skillet over medium heat. Add the walnuts and toast them for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Once they become fragrant and slightly browned, remove them from heat and let them cool. Roughly chop the cooled walnuts.
- Wash the grapes thoroughly. Cut each grape in half.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced chicken, diced apple, halved grapes, and chopped walnuts.
- Drizzle the vinegar over the salad mixture. This will add a tangy flavor and help to dress the salad.
- Gently toss all the ingredients together until they are well combined and evenly coated with the vinegar.
- Serve the Chicken Waldorf Salad chilled. You can enjoy it on its own, over a bed of greens, or in a wrap for a delightful meal.
Tips:
- Use fresh and crunchy apples to add a nice crisp texture to the salad. If you prefer a less sweet apple, Granny Smith is a great choice.
- To enhance the flavor of the walnuts, lightly toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat until they are golden brown and fragrant.
- If you want a creamier dressing, consider mixing the vinegar with a bit of Greek yogurt or mayonnaise in addition to or instead of the vinegar.
- You can substitute red grapes for green grapes based on your preference. Red grapes add a nice color contrast to the salad.
- For added flavor, you may marinate the chicken breasts in a bit of olive oil, salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice before cooking.
This Chicken Waldorf Salad is a nutritious and tasty recipe that's easy to whip up and can serve as a healthy meal option. The combination of the juicy chicken, crunchy apples, toasted walnuts, and sweet grapes makes each bite an enjoyable experience. Follow these tips to enhance the flavors and textures, creating a dish that's sure to impress.
Nutrition per serving
1 ServingsCalories 290kcal
Protein 24g
Carbohydrates 33g
Fiber 5g
Sugar 24g
Fat 8g
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