Maple Dijon Chicken Salad
A delicious and vibrant Maple Dijon Chicken Salad that combines grilled chicken, fresh greens, and a sweet-tangy dressing, perfect for a sunny day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Dairy-Free, Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Chicken (grilled or poached)
- 4 cups Fresh Lettuce (romaine or mixed greens)
- 2 Apples (your favorite variety)
- 1/2 cup Maple Dijon Dressing
- Optional Extras: Sliced almonds or walnuts, Dried cranberries or raisins
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cook your chicken by marinating in olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder for 30 minutes before grilling or poaching. Aim for golden char and shred or chop once cooled.
- Make Your Dressing: Whisk together 1/4 cup Dijon mustard, 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, and a splash of apple cider vinegar.
- Chop Your Apples and Greens: Wash and dry lettuce, then chop. Slice apples thinly, leaving the skin on for added nutrients.
- Toss It All Together: In a large bowl, combine lettuce, chicken, and apple slices, then drizzle with the dressing.
- Plate Your Salad: Lay salad onto a serving platter or individual bowls, topping with optional nuts or cranberries.
- Serve and Enjoy: Admire your colorful creation before diving in!
Notes
For a vegan version, swap chicken with chickpeas or tofu and use a tahini or cashew-based dressing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Maple Dijon, Chicken Salad, Healthy Salad, Fresh Salad, Grilled Chicken, Easy Recipe