Description
This fresh and crunchy Chicken Waldorf Salad is a modern twist on the traditional favorite. Made with crisp apples, juicy grapes, tender roast chicken, and a creamy tangy dressing, it’s the perfect light lunch or easy make-ahead meal.
Ingredients
For the dressing:
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½ cup mayonnaise
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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Juice of ½ lemon
For the salad:
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5 celery ribs, chopped
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2 cups red grapes, quartered
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2 Granny Smith apples, cored and chopped
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2 cups cooked roast chicken, chilled and cubed
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1 tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped
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1 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until smooth. Set aside.
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In a medium bowl, combine the chopped celery, grapes, apples, chicken, and mint.
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Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Divide the salad onto serving plates and top each with a generous sprinkle of chopped walnuts.
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Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to one day for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: Approximately 380 per serving