Chicken Waldorf Salad
This Chicken Waldorf Salad combines grilled chicken, crisp apples, and crunchy walnuts in a creamy yogurt-mayo dressing for the perfect blend of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 cups chopped grilled chicken breast
- 1 medium apple, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 2 Tablespoons chopped walnuts, toasted (optional)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- to taste Sea salt and black pepper
- Fresh thyme, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: If you haven’t already grilled your chicken, do so now. Season with salt and pepper, then grill until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let it cool and chop into chunks.
- Chop and mix: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped chicken, apple, celery, red onion, and walnuts.
- Whisk the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss to coat: Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture. Gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle fresh thyme on top, if using. Serve immediately or chill briefly for a cooler salad.
Notes
You can make this salad vegan by swapping chicken for chickpeas or tofu, and using a vegan mayo and yogurt substitute. Other modifications include omitting the walnuts for a nut-free version or replacing them with sunflower seeds.