Curry Chicken Salad
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4.5
Curry Chicken Salad
Description
This salad starts with shredded chicken as the main protein, complemented by chopped celery and red onion for crunch and sharpness. The raisins add a sweet contrast while the mayonnaise base is seasoned with curry powder, black pepper, salt, and apple cider vinegar for a tangy warmth. Mixing these together coats the ingredients in a creamy, aromatic dressing that mingles curry spices with the natural flavors of the other components.
The recipe is straightforward, relying on combining and adjusting seasonings to taste. Additional cashews can be included for an optional nutty texture and flavor. The salad’s mild curry taste and sweet notes make it versatile for casual lunches or picnics and easy to prepare ahead of time.
Serving suggestions include using the salad as a sandwich spread on bread, wrapped in lettuce leaves for a low-carb option, or served over a bed of fresh salad greens to add protein. Adjusting mayonnaise quantity can also control moisture and creaminess to preference.
Ingredients
- 2 cups chicken shredded
- ½ cup celery chopped
- ¼ -⅓ cup raisins
- ¼ cup red onion chopped
- ¼ cup mayonnaise I like using avocado oil mayo
- ½ Tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper ground
- ⅕- ¼ teaspoon salt sea salt
- 2 Tablespoons cashews optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, stir together mayo, apple cider vinegar, curry powder, pepper and salt.
- Add shredded chicken, celery, raisins and red onion to the bowl. Stir until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasonings, if needed. If mixture seems too dry, add more mayo. Serve on bread as a sandwich, in lettuce wraps or over a bed of greens.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 324 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/4 of recipe (no cashews) | |
| Calories | 324kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 38g | 76% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 257mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 146mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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