Chicken Salad Stolen from a Rylstone Cafe

Bring the vibrant flavors of the countryside to your table with this irresistible "Chicken Salad Stolen from a Rylstone Cafe." This fresh and hearty salad combines tender shredded chicken breast with crisp mixed greens, juicy bursts of red grapes, crunchy celery, and the subtle sharpness of red onion. A creamy dressing made with tangy Greek yogurt, zesty Dijon mustard, and a splash of lemon juice ties the ingredients together, while toasted slivered almonds add a delightful crunch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this nutritious salad is perfect as a quick lunch, light dinner, or elegant side dish. Serve it as is or pair it with crusty bread for a meal that feels like a cafe escape in every bite! Perfect for those searching for a "healthy chicken salad recipe," "quick salad ideas," or "cafe-style salad recipes."

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces cooked chicken breast
• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 cup red grapes
• 2 pieces celery stalks
• 0.5 cup slivered almonds
• 0.25 medium red onion
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Shred the cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

Wash and dry the mixed salad greens, then arrange them in a large serving bowl or platter.

Step 3

Slice the red grapes in half and thinly slice the celery stalks and the red onion. Add them to the bowl with the salad greens.

Step 4

In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the slivered almonds until golden and fragrant, about 3–5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Step 5

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Add the shredded chicken to the serving bowl on top of the salad greens, grapes, celery, and red onion.

Step 7

Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad, then gently toss everything together until well combined and coated with the dressing.

Step 8

Sprinkle the toasted slivered almonds over the top as a final garnish.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a standalone dish or with crusty bread for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1036.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2047.0

Total Fat 135.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 396.8mg	0%
Sodium 2206.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.2g	0%
Total Sugars 31.9g
Protein 129.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 329.9mg	0%
Iron 7.1mg	0%
Potassium 1513.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.5%

Protein: 25.3%

Carbs: 15.2%