Curried Chicken Salad with Fruit and Veggies

Elevate your lunchtime game with this vibrant and flavorful Curried Chicken Salad with Fruit and Veggies! This recipe combines tender shredded chicken with a creamy, tangy dressing made from Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, and aromatic curry powder, delivering a unique twist on a classic favorite. Juicy grapes, crisp apples, crunchy celery, and sweet shredded carrots add a delightful mix of textures and a pop of freshness, while optional slivered almonds and parsley provide a nutty crunch and herbaceous finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile salad is perfect as a standalone dish, a topper for mixed greens, or a hearty sandwich filling. Packed with protein, colorful fruits, and veggies, this easy-to-make meal is as nutritious as it is delicious—ideal for meal prep or a quick, healthy lunch.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
• 0.5 cups Plain Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cups Mayonnaise
• 2 teaspoons Curry powder
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup Grapes, halved
• 1 Apple, cored and diced
• 2 stalks Celery, thinly sliced
• 1 large Carrot, shredded
• 0.25 cups Slivered almonds (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
• 2 cups Mixed greens or spinach (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, curry powder, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well-combined.

Step 2

Add the shredded or diced chicken, grapes, diced apple, sliced celery, and shredded carrot to the bowl.

Step 3

If desired, stir in the slivered almonds and chopped parsley for added texture and flavor.

Step 4

Mix everything thoroughly to ensure that all the ingredients are evenly coated with the creamy curry dressing.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 6

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Serve the curried chicken salad on its own, over a bed of mixed greens or spinach, or as a filling for sandwiches or wraps. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1459.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2162.2

Total Fat 86.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 679.4mg	0%
Sodium 3417.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 98.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 63.6g
Protein 239.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 455.5mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 3439.3mg	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: 36.6%

Protein: 45.0%

Carbs: 18.4%