I love seeing healthier options on a buffet table, so i like to use greek yogurt in place of some of the mayonnaise to make this salad a little healthier.
Recipe Summary Overnight Chicken And Fruit Salad
Cooked chicken, red grapes, slivered almonds, and pineapple chunks make a lovely savory-sweet salad that's dressed with a mild curry mayonnaise. Papaya and avocado slices add color and flavor. Refrigerate overnight for the best flavor.Ingredients | Chicken Salad With Grapes
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 pound seedless red grapes, halved
1 (15 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
1 cup sliced celery
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 cup toasted slivered almonds
1 papaya - peeled, seeded, and sliced
1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and sliced
Directions
Combine chicken, grapes, pineapple chunks, celery, and water chestnuts in a large salad bowl. Mix mayonnaise, soy sauce, lemon juice, and curry powder in a separate bowl. Pour dressing over salad and toss lightly to coat. Cover and chill 8 hours to overnight. Stir almonds into salad just before serving; garnish with papaya and avocado slices.
The flavor really does improve by letting it chill overnight.
Info | Chicken Salad With Grapes
prep:
20 mins
additional:
8 hrs
total:
8 hrs 20 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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