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A bowl of chicken salad with diced apples, celery, and nuts, served with a metal spoon and whole apples nearby.

Chicken Apple Salad (without Mayo)

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This easy apple chicken salad is made without mayo or dairy, and it is perfect for lunches or a gathering.
Course Lunch, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free, Low Lactose
Keyword chicken apple salad, chicken salad, dairy free chicken salad, easy, make-ahead, mayo free chicken salad, no-cook, quick
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 396
Author Robyn Conley Downs

Equipment

Ingredients

For the Dressing

  • 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small shallot, minced

For the Chicken Salad

  • 2 cups sweet-crisp apple, chopped (from about 2 medium apples)
  • 2 cups celery, chopped (from about 4-6 medium stalks)
  • 3 cups cooked chicken, chopped (such as from a rotisserie chicken)
  • ¼ cup roasted salted cashews, chopped

Instructions

  • Make the Dressing: In a large bowl (the same bowl you’ll use to make the salad), whisk together the mustard, honey, salt, pepper, vinegar, and olive oil until well combined.
  • Marinate the Shallot: Add the shallot and allow to marinate while you chop the apples, veggies, and chicken.
  • Prepare the Salad: Add the apple, celery, chicken, and cashews, stirring to combine. Serve right away, or refrigerate for up to 4 days.

Notes

  • Optional Honey: Omit the honey for a Whole30 friendly option.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 (of 4) | Calories: 396kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 89mg | Sodium: 507mg | Potassium: 528mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 286IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 2mg
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