Healthy Waldorf Salad
| January 2, 2014 |
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I love this healthy twist on the traditional Waldorf Salad. If you add the chicken it is a substantial meal. Try to buy free-range chicken. A 2003 study by Penn State University researchers found that eggs from pastured hens have higher levels of vitamins A, E and omega 3 fatty acids.
| Servings | Calories Per Serving | Effort |
| 6 | 287kcal | Easy - Moderate |
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts free-range
- 2 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp whole grain mustard
- 2 apples red
- 150 g watercress
- 50 g walnuts
- 4 sticks celery chopped
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Instructions
- Place a pan over a medium to high heat. Toss the chicken breast in olive oil and season to taste. Fry the chicken breasts for 4 minutes a side, or until the juices run clear but the meat is cooked but still succulent. Remove from the heat and clive.
- Combine the yogurt with the lemon juice and mustard.
- Cut the apples into wedges and toss in the yogurt dressing.
- Arrange the greens on serving plates and top with the apples, walnuts, celery and grilled chicken breasts. Season to taste and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Healthy Waldorf Salad
Amount Per Serving
Calories 287
Calories from Fat 144
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 16g
25%
Saturated Fat 3g
15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6g
Monounsaturated Fat 6g
Cholesterol 58mg
19%
Sodium 557mg
23%
Potassium 503mg
14%
Total Carbohydrates 12g
4%
Dietary Fiber 2g
8%
Sugars 8g
Protein 24g
48%
Vitamin A
27%
Vitamin C
24%
Calcium
14%
Iron
7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
