Description
A fresh and creamy Classic Chicken Salad made with tender chicken breast, crunchy vegetables, and a smooth plant-based mayo (natural) dressing. This versatile and healthy salad is quick to prepare and perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or served over greens.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped
- 1/2 cup plant-based mayo (natural)
- 1/2 cup celery, diced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (natural)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Optional Variations
- 1/4 cup toasted almonds or walnuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup diced apples or grapes
- Pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper
- Substitute fresh parsley with cilantro or dill
- Quinoa or brown rice, for serving as a grain bowl
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Begin by cooking chicken breast thoroughly until juicy and tender, then let it cool. Chop into bite-sized pieces. Leftover roasted chicken works perfectly.
- Chop the Veggies: Dice celery and finely slice green onions to add crunch and fresh sharpness to the salad.
- Mix the Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together plant-based mayo (natural), apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard (natural), salt, and pepper until smooth and well blended.
- Combine All Ingredients: Gently fold the chicken, chopped celery, green onions, and fresh parsley into the dressing, ensuring each piece is coated without breaking up the chicken too much.
- Chill and Serve: Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh vegetables and herbs for best flavor and texture.
- Fold ingredients gently to keep chicken pieces intact and salad appealing.
- Adjust apple cider vinegar amount to taste for preferred brightness.
- Chilling the salad enhances the flavor blend.
- Try different types of Dijon mustard (natural) to vary the flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: chicken salad, creamy chicken salad, plant-based mayo chicken salad, healthy chicken salad, quick chicken salad
