CURRY CHICKEN SALAD
Are you in the mood for a salad that's not only bursting with flavors but also incredibly nutritious? Look no further than this Exotic Curry Chicken Salad. It's a symphony of textures and tastes, blending tender chicken, crunchy celery, sweet grapes, crisp apples, and earthy pecans, all tied together with a delightful curry-infused dressing.
Ingredients:
- 5 cups cooked chicken, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
- ½ cup celery, chopped
- ½ cup shallot, chopped
- 1 cup red grapes, cut in half
- 1 cup apple, cut into 1/4 inch by 1/2 inch pieces
- ⅓ cup golden raisins
- ½ teaspoon curry powder
- ¾ cup pecans, chopped
- 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons fat-free Greek yogurt
- 1 ½ tablespoons flax seeds
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Servings: 4
- Calories: 551
- Total Fat: 22.5g (34% DV)
- Saturated Fat: 2.8g (14% DV)
- Trans Fat: 0.2g
- Sodium: 179mg (7% DV)
- Total Carbohydrate: 28g (9% DV)
- Dietary Fiber: 4.3g (17% DV)
- Sugars: 19g
- Protein: 60g
Instructions:
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In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and curry powder. Set this delightful dressing aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, celery, shallot, red grapes, apple, golden raisins, pecans, and flax seeds.
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Pour the prepared yogurt mixture over the salad ingredients and gently toss until everything is coated in the creamy curry dressing.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve this exotic salad as a main dish or side, and relish the fusion of flavors and textures with each bite.
Notes:
- For a convenient and flavorful twist, use a rotisserie chicken. Simply let it cool in the refrigerator, then remove the meat for this salad. You can also use skinless, boneless chicken breast.
- This salad is a meal prep champion, lasting in the refrigerator for about 3-4 days. It's often even better the day after making it, as the flavors meld together, creating a truly delectable experience. Enjoy this exotic creation!
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