Description
Looking for a fresh, creamy, and delightfully crunchy salad that’s quick to make and packed with flavor? This Chicken Waldorf Salad checks all the boxes. With juicy grapes, crisp apples, tender chicken, and toasted walnuts, it’s the perfect option for a quick lunch, healthy snack, or light dinner idea. Whether you’re planning your meal prep, looking for easy food ideas, or just craving a simple salad recipe, this one is easy to love and even easier to make.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups cooked chicken breast, chopped
1 medium green apple, diced
1 cup red grapes, halved
½ cup chopped walnuts
3 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
⅓ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Chop the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
2. Dice the apple, slice grapes in half, and chop the walnuts.
3. Rinse and chop romaine lettuce and pat dry.
4. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt) with lemon juice. Add salt and pepper to taste.
5. In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken, apples, grapes, walnuts, and lettuce.
6. Pour dressing over the top and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
8. Serve immediately or chill for 15–30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Toasting the walnuts adds extra depth of flavor and crunch—don’t skip this if you have the time.
If preparing ahead, keep the dressing and apples separate until just before serving.
For a lighter version, swap mayo with Greek yogurt or use a half-and-half blend.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1½ cups
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: chicken salad, healthy snack, easy lunch, quick salad, waldorf salad, low carb, creamy salad, dinner ideas