Strawberry Pecan Poppy Seed Chicken Salad
A fresh and flavorful salad that combines tender chicken, juicy strawberries, and crunchy pecans, making it a perfect choice for lunch or a light dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded chicken Can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- 2 stalks celery, chopped into 1/4 inch pieces
- 1 each green onion, chopped thin
- 5-6 large strawberries, diced Use ripe strawberries for best sweetness.
- ⅓ cup chopped pecans Optional: toast for extra flavor.
Dressing
- ¼ cup mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- to taste salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut and chop the celery and green onion.
- In a mixing bowl, add all the ingredients except the strawberries. Stir to combine and ensure everything is evenly coated.
- If you prefer a creamier salad, add more mayonnaise or yogurt to reach your desired consistency.
- Gently fold in the strawberries. To maintain their freshness, consider adding them just before serving if preparing in advance.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill it in the refrigerator for about 10-20 minutes before serving.
Notes
This salad can be served on a bed of mixed greens, with crackers, or as a filling for sandwiches or wraps. For storage, keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 22gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g