Savory Cashew Chicken Salad Delight
Elevate your lunch experience with this Savory Cashew Chicken Salad Delight. Packed with tender, chopped chicken breast and a colorful medley of fresh vegetables like crisp celery and sweet onion, this salad is a delightful blend of textures and flavors. The addition of crunchy water chestnuts and cashews provides a satisfying crunch, while a hint of tarragon and ginger adds an aromatic twist. Perfect on a bed of mixed greens, stuffed into a pita, or served in your favorite bun, this chicken salad is not just a meal; it's a culinary experience you won't want to miss. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or a simple weeknight dinner.
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Servings
400
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 lbs (cooked, cooled, and chopped)
celery ribs
3 (chopped (include the leaves!))
sweet onion
1 cup (chopped)
carrot
1/2 cup (finely chopped)
water chestnuts
1 (8 ounce) can (drained and chopped)
cashews
3/4 cup (chopped)
tarragon
1 tablespoon (dried)
ginger
1/4 teaspoon (ground)
mayonnaise
1 1/4-2 cups (to taste)
reduced sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons
sugar
1 teaspoon
black pepper
1/4 teaspoon
salt
1/8 teaspoon (or more to taste)
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped chicken breasts, celery (including leaves), sweet onion, carrot, water chestnuts, and cashews.
2
Sprinkle in the tarragon, ginger, black pepper, salt, and sugar, and mix well to distribute the spices evenly.
3
Gradually fold in the mayonnaise and soy sauce until the mixture is well coated, adjusting the amount of mayonnaise to achieve your desired creaminess.
4
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more soy sauce or salt as needed.
5
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld.
6
Serve chilled on a bed of greens, or as a filling in pita bread or buns.
Nutrition Information
25g
Fat
20g
Carbs
30g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Cashew Chicken Salad Delight?
It is a flavorful chicken salad featuring tender chopped chicken, crisp vegetables, crunchy cashews, and aromatic spices like tarragon and ginger.
How much chicken is required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 3 lbs of boneless skinless chicken breasts.
How should the chicken be prepared before mixing?
The chicken should be cooked, cooled, and then chopped.
What type of onion is recommended?
One cup of chopped sweet onion is used for this recipe.
Can I use celery leaves in this salad?
Yes, the recipe specifically suggests including the chopped celery leaves for extra flavor.
What provides the crunch in this chicken salad?
The crunch comes from 3/4 cup of chopped cashews and an 8 ounce can of chopped water chestnuts.
How many carrots are needed?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of finely chopped carrot.
What aromatic herbs and spices are used?
The salad is seasoned with dried tarragon, ground ginger, black pepper, and salt.
How much tarragon should I add?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of dried tarragon.
Is there ginger in this recipe?
Yes, it includes 1/4 teaspoon of ground ginger.
How much mayonnaise should I use?
You can use between 1 1/4 to 2 cups of mayonnaise, depending on your preferred level of creaminess.
What type of soy sauce is used?
The recipe specifies 2 teaspoons of reduced sodium soy sauce.
Is sugar an ingredient in this chicken salad?
Yes, 1 teaspoon of sugar is included to balance the flavors.
What are the calorie counts per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 400 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 25g of fat per serving.
How much protein is in this salad?
Each serving provides 30g of protein.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
The salad contains 20g of carbohydrates per serving.
How long should the salad be refrigerated?
It should be covered and refrigerated for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
How should I serve this chicken salad?
It can be served chilled on a bed of greens, stuffed into pita bread, or served in buns.
Is this recipe suitable for meal prep?
Yes, it is ideal for picnics, potlucks, and simple weeknight dinners.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 13 total ingredients in this savory salad.
Should the mayonnaise be added all at once?
The recipe recommends folding it in gradually to achieve your desired consistency.
Is this a quick recipe to prepare?
Yes, once the chicken is cooked and cooled, it is categorized as a quick recipe.
Can I adjust the salt and soy sauce levels?
Yes, the instructions suggest tasting and adjusting the seasoning to your preference before serving.
What makes this chicken salad unique?
The combination of cashews, water chestnuts, tarragon, and a hint of soy sauce gives it a unique texture and flavor profile.
Does this recipe contain fiber?
While not specified in the numerical data, the addition of celery, carrots, and nuts provides some natural fiber.
Is this considered a light meal?
Yes, it is tagged as a light meal and suitable for healthy eating.
What kind of pepper should I use?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
Can I serve this for a summer event?
Yes, it is specifically tagged as a summer meal and great for picnics.
What is the first step of the instructions?
The first step is to combine the chopped chicken, celery, onion, carrot, water chestnuts, and cashews in a large mixing bowl.