Harvest Apple Cranberry Chicken Salad
Harvest Apple Cranberry Chicken Salad combines tender chicken, sweet apples, tart cranberries, and crunchy walnuts, all tossed in a light and flavorful dressing. A perfect fall-inspired meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded (rotisserie chicken works great)
1 large apple, cored and sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup walnuts, chopped (optional for crunch)
4 cups mixed greens (such as spinach, arugula, or spring mix)
1/4 cup feta cheese or goat cheese (optional)
For the dressing:
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, diced chicken, apple slices, dried cranberries, and chopped walnuts (if using).
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
- Top with feta or goat cheese, if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a different twist, add sliced pears, grapes, or pomegranate seeds to the salad.
- To make the salad more filling, add roasted chicken, turkey, or grilled shrimp.
- If you’re not a fan of walnuts, you can use almonds, pecans, or sunflower seeds for crunch.
- For a creamier dressing, add a dollop of Greek yogurt to the dressing mix.
- For a vegan version, omit the cheese and use a plant-based dressing or maple syrup for sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
