Best 7 Healthy Waldorf Chicken Salad Recipes

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Are you seeking a tantalizing dish that blends healthiness with impeccable taste? Look no further! In this culinary journey, we will embark on a delightful expedition to uncover the secrets behind a delectable creation known as the "Healthy Waldorf Chicken Salad." This enticing dish promises to ignite your taste buds while nourishing your body with its wholesome ingredients. Get ready to savor the exquisite harmony of crisp apples, crunchy celery, succulent grapes, and tender chicken, all enveloped in a creamy, tangy dressing. So, prepare your aprons and let's delve into the realm of culinary artistry to discover the recipe for this tantalizing salad!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SIMPLY THE BEST CHICKEN WALDORF SALAD



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This is an easy and delicious recipe, sure to be a favorite for any occasion. The recipe is for 3 to 4 servings (double the ingredients if you want to serve more people). Enjoy.

Provided by Jackie

Categories     Salad     Waldorf Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup chopped walnuts
2 cooked rotisserie chicken breasts, cubed
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
½ cup dried cranberries
½ Granny Smith apple, cored and cubed
¼ cup chopped red onion
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup vanilla yogurt
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Spread chopped walnuts onto a baking sheet.
  • Roast walnuts in the preheated oven until they are fragrant and browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove and let cool.
  • Lightly toss chicken with grape halves, cranberries, apple, walnuts, and onion in a salad bowl. Whisk mayonnaise, vanilla yogurt, and lemon juice in a separate bowl. Pour dressing over salad and toss again to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Cholesterol 48.5 mg, Fat 33.5 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 209.9 mg, Sugar 23.6 g

HEALTHY WALDORF CHICKEN SALAD



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Chicken salad is one of the most versatile sandwich fillings. You can go bold by adding in hot sauce and celery with carrots, you can go sweet with grapes and oranges, or even go exotic with curry. The one factor is generally mayonnaise, and while creamy and delicious, it packs excess fat and calories. My Waldorf chicken salad lightens up with Greek yogurt. Savory Spice Shop® Park Hill maple pepper is a match made in heaven with this recipe.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Salad     Waldorf Salad Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 ounces plain Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
⅛ teaspoon poppy seeds
2 teaspoons maple pepper seasoning (such as Savory Spice Shop® Park Hill)
salt to taste
6 ounces chopped, cooked chicken
½ cup chopped Honeycrisp apple
¼ cup chopped toasted walnuts
1 tablespoon milk, or as needed

Steps:

  • Stir together yogurt, vinegar, poppy seeds, maple pepper seasoning, and salt in a bowl. Add chicken, apple, and walnuts; mix to combine. If mixture seems too thick, add milk until desired consistency is reached

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.3 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 38.2 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 83 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

CHICKEN WALDORF SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium apple, unpeeled, chopped
Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
2 cups diced cooked chicken (about 1 large breast)
1 cup red seedless grapes, halved
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup toasted walnuts, coarsely chopped
3/4 cup yogurt (preferably Greek non-fat)
1/4 cup mayonnaise
Juice of 1/2 orange (about 1/4 cup)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Serving suggestion: Baby greens, extra grapes, raisins and walnuts for garnish
  • Coat the chopped apple with the lemon juice in a large bowl. Add the chicken, grapes, celery, raisins and walnuts, and gently combine.
  • In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, mayonnaise, orange juice and salt. Gently fold the dressing into the salad. Serve on a bed of greens.

HEALTHY TROPICAL CHICKEN WALDORF SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings (about 1 cup)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup 2-percent Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup 1/4-inch chunks of pineapple
2 small cooked boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 small Granny Smith apple, cored and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1/3 cup cashews, roughly chopped
4 leaves Bibb or iceberg lettuce

Steps:

  • Whisk together the yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, ginger, lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Add the pineapple, chicken, apples and three-fourths of both the cilantro and the cashews. Toss to combine and serve right away or refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.
  • Arrange the lettuce leaves on a platter and top each with a scoop of salad. Sprinkle with the remaining cilantro and cashews and top with a few grinds of pepper.

CHICKEN WALDORF SALAD



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Make and share this Chicken Waldorf Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Merlot

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2/3 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
2 cups diced cooked chicken
2 red apples, cored &, diced
2/3 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup sliced seedless grapes

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
  • Add the chicken, apples, grapes and celery.
  • Toss to coat.
  • Cover and chill.
  • Sprinkle with walnuts just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.6, Fat 14.4, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 52.5, Sodium 358.3, Carbohydrate 19.1, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 13.3, Protein 20.3

EASY WALDORF CHICKEN SALAD



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Get a leg up making our Easy Waldorf Chicken Salad by using precooked chicken. Our Easy Waldorf Chicken Salad is textured perfectly for a summer day.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 3h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup KRAFT Light Mayo Reduced Fat Mayonnaise
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 pkg. (6 oz.) OSCAR MAYER CARVING BOARD Flame Grilled Chicken Breast Strips, coarsely chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 large apple, chopped
1/4 cup chopped dates
1/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Mix mayo and lemon juice in large bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients; mix lightly.
  • Refrigerate several hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 380 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 12 g

WALDORF CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES



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"Autumn is apple-picking time here in New Jersey, so with such an abundance of that delicious fruit, it just seemed natural to toss a chopped apple into my chicken salad," relates Karen Small from Maple Shade.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 medium tart apple, chopped
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1 tablespoon apple juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
8 slices pumpernickel bread
Lettuce leaves, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Spread about 1 cup chicken salad over four slices of bread,. Top with lettuce if desired and remaining bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 731 calories, Fat 48g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 108mg cholesterol, Sodium 960mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

Tips:

  • To ensure the best flavor, use crunchy celery and crisp apples.
  • For a sweeter salad, opt for sweeter apple varieties like Honeycrisp or Gala.
  • If you prefer a tangier salad, choose tart apples like Granny Smith or Braeburn.
  • To add a nutty flavor, use toasted walnuts or pecans.
  • For a creamier salad, use mayonnaise instead of Greek yogurt.
  • For a lighter salad, use low-fat mayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt.
  • Season the salad to your liking with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
  • Serve the salad immediately or store it in the refrigerator for later.

Conclusion:

Waldorf chicken salad is versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It's a great option for a quick and easy lunch or dinner, and it can also be served as an appetizer or side dish. With its combination of sweet, savory, and crunchy flavors, Waldorf chicken salad is sure to please everyone at your table.

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