Citrus Delight Chicken Salad
This vibrant Citrus Delight Chicken Salad is a delightful medley of flavors and textures, featuring tender cooked chicken, crunchy celery, and sweet bursts of mandarin oranges and grapes. The refreshing and tangy orange juice dressing elevates the dish, striking a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. This salad not only tantalizes your taste buds but also creates an appealing visual presentation, making it perfect for any gathering or special occasion. Serve it over crisp lettuce leaves and embellish it with slivered almonds for an added crunch. A family favorite that brings a little sunshine to your table!
4
Servings
300
Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
cooked chicken
3 cups (diced (can use canned))
minced onion
1 tablespoon (fresh)
salt
1 teaspoon (to taste)
fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons (squeezed)
celery
1/2 cup (chopped)
mayonnaise
1/3 cup (regular or low-fat)
mandarin oranges
to taste (peeled and segmented)
grapes
to taste (halved)
slivered almonds
to taste (toasted)
lettuce leaves
for serving (washed and dried)
salad oil
2/3 cup (neutral flavored, such as canola or grapeseed)
orange juice
1/3 cup (freshly squeezed or from a carton)
sugar
1/4 cup (granulated)
vinegar
3 tablespoons (white or apple cider vinegar)
dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon (optional)
celery seed
to taste
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, minced onion, salt, fresh lemon juice, chopped celery, and mayonnaise. Stir until well mixed.
2
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the salad oil, orange juice, sugar, vinegar, dry mustard, and celery seed until the mixture is well blended and sugar has dissolved.
4
Chill the dressing in the refrigerator while the salad mixture is chilling.
5
When ready to serve, lay the washed lettuce leaves on a platter or individual plates.
6
Spoon the chilled chicken salad mixture onto the lettuce leaves, and drizzle with your chilled orange juice dressing.
7
Garnish the edges with mandarin orange segments, halved grapes, and slivered almonds for an eye-catching presentation. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
20g
Fat
17.5g
Carbs
15g
Protein
1.25g
Fiber
5g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Citrus Delight Chicken Salad?
It is a vibrant medley of tender cooked chicken, crunchy celery, mandarin oranges, and grapes, topped with a tangy orange juice dressing.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe yields 4 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 300 calories.
Can I use canned chicken for this recipe?
Yes, you can use 3 cups of diced cooked chicken or canned chicken.
How much protein is in each serving?
There are 15g of protein per serving.
What is the fat content of this salad?
Each serving contains 20g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
The salad contains 17.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much fiber is in the recipe?
This recipe provides 1.25g of fiber per serving.
What are the main fruits used in this chicken salad?
The salad features mandarin oranges and halved grapes.
How long should the chicken mixture be refrigerated?
The mixture should be covered and refrigerated for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
What ingredients are in the orange juice dressing?
The dressing is made of salad oil, orange juice, sugar, vinegar, dry mustard, and celery seed.
What type of mayonnaise is recommended?
You can use either regular or low-fat mayonnaise.
Can I use fresh orange juice for the dressing?
Yes, you can use freshly squeezed orange juice or juice from a carton.
What kind of oil should be used in the dressing?
A neutral-flavored oil such as canola or grapeseed oil is best.
Is the onion used in this recipe fresh?
Yes, the recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of fresh minced onion.
How should the grapes be prepared?
The grapes should be washed and halved.
What type of vinegar should I use?
You can use either white vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
Is the dry mustard mandatory?
No, the 1/4 teaspoon of dry mustard is optional.
How should the almonds be prepared for garnish?
The slivered almonds should be toasted for added crunch.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 16 total ingredients in this recipe.
What is the sugar content per serving?
There are 5g of sugar per serving.
How do I serve this salad?
Spoon the chilled chicken mixture onto lettuce leaves and drizzle with the orange juice dressing.
How much lemon juice is needed?
The recipe requires 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
What is the recommended garnish?
Garnish with mandarin orange segments, halved grapes, and slivered almonds.
How much celery is used?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of chopped celery.
Is this a good recipe for summer?
Yes, it is tagged as a summer salad and is light and refreshing.
What type of sugar is used in the dressing?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of granulated sugar.
Is there any salt in this recipe?
Yes, it includes 1 teaspoon of salt, or to taste.
What is the purpose of chilling the salad and dressing separately?
Chilling allows the flavors to meld in the chicken mixture and ensures a refreshing temperature for serving.
Does this recipe include celery seed?
Yes, celery seed is included in the dressing mixture to taste.