Zesty Cucumber Ranch Chicken Fiesta Salad
This Zesty Cucumber Ranch Chicken Fiesta Salad is a refreshing blend of flavors and textures that’s perfect for any occasion. The tender, chopped chicken mingles beautifully with juicy grapes, crunchy pecans, and crisp celery, creating a delightful salad that is as beautiful to look at as it is delicious to eat. Mandarins bring a sweet citrus burst, while the creamy cucumber ranch dressing ties all the ingredients together for a satisfying meal. Serve it elegantly on crisp lettuce leaves for a light lunch, or layer it between hearty whole grain bread for a hearty sandwich that's sure to impress lunch guests. This easy-to-make salad is bound to become a favorite in your household, whether shared at gatherings or enjoyed as a quick snack!
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Servings
65
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
cooked chicken breasts
3 (chopped)
green seedless grapes
1/2 cup (halved)
red seedless grapes
1/2 cup (halved)
chopped pecans
1/2 cup
chopped celery
1/2 cup
mandarin oranges
1 (11 ounce) can (drained)
creamy cucumber ranch salad dressing
3/4 cup
Instructions
1
Begin by chopping the cooked chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and placing them in a large mixing bowl.
2
Add the halved green and red grapes, chopped pecans, chopped celery, and drained mandarin oranges to the bowl with the chicken.
3
Pour the creamy cucumber ranch salad dressing over the mixture.
4
Gently toss all ingredients together until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
5
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately on a bed of fresh lettuce or as a filling in grainy bread.
Nutrition Information
3.3g
Fat
5g
Carbs
4.2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zesty Cucumber Ranch Chicken Fiesta Salad?
It is a refreshing salad featuring tender chicken, juicy grapes, crunchy pecans, and crisp celery tossed in a creamy cucumber ranch dressing.
How many ingredients are in this salad?
This recipe uses 7 main ingredients including chicken, grapes, pecans, celery, oranges, and dressing.
What chicken is required?
The recipe calls for 3 cooked chicken breasts, chopped into bite-sized pieces.
What kind of grapes are included?
It uses 1/2 cup of green seedless grapes and 1/2 cup of red seedless grapes, both halved.
Are there nuts in the recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 1/2 cup of chopped pecans for crunch.
How much celery do I need?
You will need 1/2 cup of chopped celery.
What type of oranges should I use?
Use one 11-ounce can of mandarin oranges that have been drained.
What is the dressing?
The dressing is 3/4 cup of creamy cucumber ranch salad dressing.
How do I prepare the chicken?
The chicken should be pre-cooked and then chopped into bite-sized pieces before mixing.
How are the ingredients mixed?
All ingredients are gently tossed together in a large mixing bowl until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
Can I serve this on lettuce?
Yes, it can be served elegantly on a bed of fresh lettuce leaves for a light lunch.
Can this be a sandwich?
Yes, it makes a hearty sandwich when layered between hearty whole grain bread.
How many calories are in it?
There are approximately 65 calories per serving.
What is the fat content?
Each serving contains about 3.3g of fat.
How many carbs does it have?
The salad has 5g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content?
It provides 4.2g of protein per serving.
Should the oranges be drained?
Yes, the mandarin oranges must be drained thoroughly before being added to the salad.
Can I season it to taste?
Yes, you should taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary after tossing the ingredients.
What ingredients provide crunch?
The chopped pecans and chopped celery provide a delightful crunchy texture to the salad.
Is this suitable for guests?
Yes, it is described as a beautiful and delicious salad that is sure to impress lunch guests.
Why is it colorful?
The mix of green and red grapes along with bright orange mandarins makes it visually appealing.
What are the recipe tags?
Tags include chicken salad, cucumber ranch, healthy lunch, light meal, grapes, salad, and easy recipe.
How should the grapes be sliced?
The green and red seedless grapes should be halved.
How much dressing is used?
The recipe requires 3/4 cup of the creamy cucumber ranch dressing to coat the ingredients.
Is it a healthy lunch?
Yes, it is categorized as a healthy and light meal option perfect for lunch.
Is the chicken pre-cooked?
Yes, the instructions specify starting with cooked chicken breasts.
How can I serve it elegantly?
Serving it on crisp lettuce leaves provides a light and elegant presentation.
How is the dressing described?
The dressing is a creamy cucumber ranch that ties all the sweet and savory flavors together.
How many total ingredients are used?
There are 7 specific ingredients listed for this chicken fiesta salad.
Should it be served immediately?
Yes, for the best texture and flavor, the instructions suggest serving it immediately.