This Healthy Chicken Salad with Grapes is delicious and so easy to make. Start with a rotisserie chicken, add some crunchy walnuts & celery, sweeten it with grapes & toss with some light mayo. Simply put it all in a chopper or food processor and lunch is on the table in less than 15 minutes.
Chicken Salad with Grapes and Walnuts
Chicken Salads are always a light and easy lunch or snack which I love to have on hand during the summer. This recipe uses rotisserie chicken to get it on the table fast and there’s no need to even turn on the oven.
I have to say that sometimes chopping all the ingredients for a salad recipe is just too much extra work. The great part about this chicken salad is no chopping needed, I just put it all in my trusty Ninja Express food chopper. And, if you’re like me, just the thought of not having to chop onions gets me excited. lol
Not only is it easy to make but healthy too! The chicken delivers its lean protein, the nuts rich antioxidants, the grapes lend a sweetness and plenty of fiber, vitamins and fiber and it’s all held together by a light mayonnaise. You can also opt to use either plain Greek yogurt or avocado for a less calorie, saturated fat alternative.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Chicken Salad Recipe
What type of chicken is best to use to make this salad?
I like to use a rotisserie chicken to make this as quick as possible. You can also use leftover chicken or canned chicken. As to the type of meat, white or dark or even a combination of the two is fine.
How long will this salad last?
This chicken salad will keep 3-4 days in the refrigerator, tightly covered.
Can I freeze this salad?
I don’t recommend freezing this due to the mayonnaise separating from the salad during the thawing process.
Tips to Make This Chicken Salad Your Own
- Don’t like grapes? Try subbing apples, pineapple, mandarin oranges, dried cranberries or cherries.
- Walnuts not on your favorite list? Pecans and sliced almonds pair just as well with chicken.
- No big on mayonnaise or want to cut calories. Try using a mashed avocado or plain Greek yogurt.
- Like a little spice in your life? Add a dash of garlic powder or cayenne or throw in some jalapenos or pickles.
Easy Steps to Make Healthy Chicken Salad with Grapes
Gather all ingredients – chicken, celery, onions, walnuts, grapes and mayonnaise.
- Place all ingredients except mayonnaise into food chopper of food processor. (photo 1)
- Blend until smooth. (photo 2)
- Place in bowl and add mayonnaise. (photo 3)
- Stir until smooth and all ingredients are moist. (photo 4)
Ideas for Serving Healthy Chicken Salad
- Use a whole wheat or rye bread and make a sandwich with lettuce and tomato.
- Serve over greens for a light lunch.
- Plate as an appetizer with crackers.
- Keep it low carb and wrap it with a lettuce leaf.
This salad was a big hit with the hubs and I’m definitely making it again soon. I like to serve it on lettuce with sides of grapes and some cherry tomatoes and sliced cucumber. Enjoy!
More Lunch or Light Dinner Salad Options
Balsamic Chicken Pasta Salad from 2 Cookin Mamas
Mandarin Chicken Salad from 2 Cookin Mamas
Peach Basil Chicken Salad from An Affair From the Heart
Harvest Chicken Salad from 2 Cookin Mamas
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This healthy chicken salad that is easy to make and perfect for summer. Start with rotisserie chicken, add some crunchy nuts & sweeten it with grapes. On the table in 15 minutes.
- 2 cups cooked chicken, roughly chopped (rotisserie chickens work great)
- 1 stalk celery, cut into 4 lengths
- 1/4 cup onions, roughly chopped or broken up
- 1/4 cup walnuts
- 1/3 cup red grapes
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
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Place all ingredients in your chopper or food processor, celery on bottom and grapes on top and chop in quick bursts until your desired consistency is reached.
Tips to Make This Chicken Salad Your Own
- Don't like grapes? Try subbing apples, pineapple, mandarin oranges, dried cranberries or cherries.
- Walnuts not on your favorite list? Pecans and sliced almonds pair just as well with chicken.
- No big on mayonnaise or want to cut calories. Try using a mashed avocado or plain Greek yogurt.
- Like a little spice in your life? Add a dash of garlic powder or cayenne or throw in some jalapenos or pickles.
This post has been updated with new photos and step-by-step instructions to help you in the kitchen. It was first published on January 6, 2016.
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