SPRING CHICKEN AND PEA SALAD

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My endive, radicchio and chicken salad with a dash of mint jelly dressing makes a wonderful meal for a luncheon or light dinner. -Roxanne Chan, Albany, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup fresh peas
2 cups torn curly or Belgian endive
2 cups torn radicchio
2 cups chopped rotisserie chicken
1/2 cup sliced radishes
2 tablespoons chopped red onion
2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, torn
DRESSING:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon mint jelly
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Toasted pine nuts, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 1/2 in. of water to a boil. Add peas; cover and cook 5-8 minutes or until tender., Drain peas; place in a large bowl. Add endive, radicchio, chicken, radishes, onion and mint. In a small saucepan, combine oil, lemon zest, juice, jelly, garlic, salt and pepper; cook and stir over medium-low heat 4-6 minutes or until jelly is melted. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. If desired, sprinkle with pine nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 225mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Milad Jann
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy lunch or dinner.


The Science World Pashto
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Husaini Waqas
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I love the addition of the peas in this salad. They add a nice sweetness and crunch.


wello Dessa
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This is one of my favorite spring salads. The flavors are so fresh and bright.


Aakira Moore
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's a great dish for a picnic or potluck.


slay
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I also like to add a handful of chopped nuts or seeds for extra crunch.


Shalom Duru
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This chicken and pea salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and it's packed with flavor. I love serving it with a side of crusty bread or crackers.


Nirmal gill
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand, which makes it a great way to clean out my fridge.


Sandile Dube
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The chicken was tender and juicy, the peas were sweet and crisp, and the dressing was light and flavorful.


Sadia Awan
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This chicken and pea salad was a delightful spring dish. The flavors were fresh and bright, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I especially loved the addition of the peas, which added a nice pop of sweetness and crunch.