Tuesday, May 27, 2014

Waldorf Salad

I'll admit I don't know what is in a "traditional" Waldorf Salad. I know it has grapes and chicken, and probably apples, but aside from that? I'm lost. I remember I used to make something similar that was supposed to be a healthier or lighter version, but I'm completely lost as to whether it was yogurt, sour cream, mayo, or something else.

All I know is, this is simple and totally delish. Just a few ingredients. I believe Waldorf Salad is typically served in sandwich form, but I chop up some baby spinach and serve it that way. It's really easy to take the left overs to the office for lunch. The whole recipe will make 4 pretty darned good size servings.

I've said it a million times - if you're not allergic to dairy, go ahead and use the dairy version of the yogurt. The coconut yogurt adds nothing to the flavor - it's just something I can use.

Ingredients:
2 cooked chicken breasts
1 pear
1 cup grapes
1/3 cup plain, unsweetened coconut yogurt
1-2 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp rice wine vinegar
Sea salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions:
Chop cooked chicken into small pieces. Core and dice pear, then cut grapes in half. Combine chicken, pear and grapes in a mixing bowl.

In a small bowl, whisk together yogurt, mustard, vinegar, salt & pepper. Pour over chicken and fruit, stirring to combine. Serve on a bed of spinach, or as a sandwich on whole wheat bread.

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