A hearty and flavorful salad that tastes like springtime! It’s spring, even though it seems this year, Mother Nature hasn’t received that news. But regardless of the weather, I’m looking forward to dishes I typically make when the weather is a bit warmer. My chicken apple salad is one that feels like spring. This hearty and flavorful salad has tender chicken, crunchy celery and nuts, sweet apples, and a tangy sweet sauce. It’s one of my favorite dishes to make when I have leftover chicken. Served with crisp lettuce leaves or with crackers, this hearty salad will feel like warmer days are just around the corner.
Belle’s Chicken Apple Salad
2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
1 large apple, chopped
¼ cup coarsely chopped cashews
¼ cup light mayonnaise
1/4 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Combine the chicken, celery, green onions, apple, and walnuts in a large bowl. Whisk the mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon juice, and pepper in a small bowl. Pour over the chicken mixture and gently stir to coat. Serve salad over your choice of lettuce leaves, bread, or crackers.
