Rachel's Cranberry Chicken Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
10%
Rachel's Cranberry Chicken Salad
15 min.
4
388kcal

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Rachel's Cranberry Chicken Salad: A Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Delight!

Looking for a quick and delicious meal that's both gluten-free and dairy-free? Look no further than Rachel's Cranberry Chicken Salad! This scrumptious dish comes together in just 15 minutes, making it the perfect lunch or dinner option for busy weeknights. With a focus on fresh, wholesome ingredients, this salad is not only tasty but also packed with nutrients to fuel your day.

Rachel's Cranberry Chicken Salad serves four and clocks in at 388 calories per serving, making it a satisfying yet guilt-free option. The star of the salad is the succulent chicken breast, which is combined with a medley of flavorsome ingredients. Dried dill weed adds a hint of freshness, while shredded green apple brings a crisp, tangy element to the mix. Green onions, chopped pecans, lime juice, and a dash of salt and pepper round out the dish, creating a harmonious blend of textures and tastes.

For the best experience, toss the chicken with mayonnaise in a bowl, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Then, simply stir in the remaining ingredients, including the dried cranberries, for a salad that's bursting with color and flavor. If you have the time, letting the salad marinate in the refrigerator for a few hours or even overnight will allow the flavors to meld together beautifully, enhancing the overall taste.

Whether you're looking for a new lunchtime staple or a crowd-pleasing main dish, Rachel's Cranberry Chicken Salad is sure to become a favorite in your home. So why wait? Give this recipe a try and discover a deliciously simple way to enjoy wholesome, gluten-free, and dairy-free cuisine!

Ingredients

  •  chicken breast strips/pre-cooked/chopped cooked chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon dill dried
  • 0.3  apple shredded green
  •  spring onion chopped
  • tablespoon juice of lime 
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise to taste
  • 0.3 cup pecans chopped
  • pinch salt and pepper black to taste

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Mix together the chicken and mayonnaise in a bowl, stir to coat well, then stir in the green onions, dried cranberries, apple, pecans, lime juice, salt, pepper, and dill weed.
  2. Serve immediately, or refrigerate several hours or overnight (the flavor just gets better).

Nutrition Facts

Calories388kcal
Protein28.79%
Fat67.61%
Carbs3.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31
Glycemic Load
0.62
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
13.560434587624%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.91mg
Delphinidin
0.5mg
Catechin
0.64mg
Epigallocatechin
0.41mg
Epicatechin
0.91mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.18mg
Eriodictyol
0.08mg
Hesperetin
0.34mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Quercetin
1.12mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:388.3kcal
19.42%
Fat:28.96g
44.55%
Saturated Fat:4.57g
28.57%
Carbohydrates:3.47g
1.16%
Net Carbohydrates:2.36g
0.86%
Sugar:1.82g
2.02%
Cholesterol:84.86mg
28.29%
Sodium:252.41mg
10.97%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.74g
55.48%
Vitamin B3:11.92mg
59.6%
Vitamin K:58.83µg
56.03%
Selenium:24.68µg
35.26%
Vitamin B6:0.54mg
27.17%
Phosphorus:225.17mg
22.52%
Manganese:0.34mg
16.99%
Vitamin B5:0.95mg
9.53%
Magnesium:35.81mg
8.95%
Vitamin E:1.31mg
8.72%
Zinc:1.24mg
8.29%
Potassium:288.88mg
8.25%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.63%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.1%
Iron:1.26mg
7.01%
Copper:0.14mg
6.93%
Vitamin B12:0.33µg
5.43%
Fiber:1.11g
4.43%
Vitamin C:2.88mg
3.49%
Folate:10.9µg
2.72%
Calcium:26.56mg
2.66%
Vitamin A:111.57IU
2.23%
Source:Allrecipes