Cherry Chicken Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
7%
Cherry Chicken Salad
45 min.
4
240kcal

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Are you looking for a delightful and nutritious dish that’s perfect for lunch or dinner? Look no further than this scrumptious Cherry Chicken Salad! This gluten-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor and texture that will tantalize your taste buds. With tender, diced chicken breast as the star ingredient, this salad is complemented by the sweetness of dried cherries and the crunch of toasted pecans, creating a harmonious blend that’s both satisfying and refreshing.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a meal that serves four, making it ideal for family gatherings or a cozy dinner with friends. Each serving contains only 240 calories, allowing you to indulge without the guilt. The combination of low-fat mayonnaise and buttermilk adds creaminess while keeping the dish light, and the addition of celery provides a crisp bite that balances the richness of the other ingredients.

Whether you choose to serve it on toasted cracked wheat bread or flaky croissants, this Cherry Chicken Salad is sure to impress. It’s not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings together wholesome ingredients in a delightful way. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  •  chicken breast halves diced boneless cooked
  • tablespoon buttermilk 
  • 0.3 cup celery diced
  • 0.3 cup cherries dried
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper black
  • 0.3 cup mayonnaise low-fat
  • 0.3 cup pecans toasted chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, dried cherries, celery, nuts, mayonnaise, milk, salt and pepper and apple if desired. Toss together well and refrigerate until chilled.
  2. Serve on toasted cracked wheat bread or croissants.

Nutrition Facts

Calories240kcal
Protein32.98%
Fat48.79%
Carbs18.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.25
Glycemic Load
0.16
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
11.890869565632%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.98mg
Delphinidin
0.66mg
Catechin
0.66mg
Epigallocatechin
0.51mg
Epicatechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.21mg
Apigenin
0.24mg
Luteolin
0.09mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:240.06kcal
12%
Fat:13.03g
20.04%
Saturated Fat:1.76g
11.03%
Carbohydrates:10.95g
3.65%
Net Carbohydrates:8.93g
3.25%
Sugar:6.55g
7.28%
Cholesterol:57.64mg
19.21%
Sodium:555.71mg
24.16%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:19.81g
39.62%
Vitamin B3:8.98mg
44.9%
Selenium:28.14µg
40.19%
Vitamin B6:0.66mg
33.13%
Manganese:0.46mg
23.21%
Phosphorus:211.54mg
21.15%
Vitamin B5:1.34mg
13.35%
Vitamin K:13.4µg
12.76%
Potassium:386.93mg
11.06%
Vitamin A:447.51IU
8.95%
Magnesium:35.13mg
8.78%
Fiber:2.02g
8.08%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.97%
Copper:0.14mg
7.14%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.37%
Zinc:0.94mg
6.3%
Vitamin E:0.72mg
4.83%
Iron:0.78mg
4.32%
Vitamin B12:0.19µg
3.11%
Calcium:29.77mg
2.98%
Folate:9.4µg
2.35%
Vitamin C:1.38mg
1.67%
Source:Allrecipes