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Take your chicken salad up a notch with this easy and nutritious summer dish.

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Thank you to Chosen Foods for sponsoring this post!  I was selected for this opportunity as a member of the Mambro Sprouts blogger program.  As always, the opinions expressed are my own. 

 

I love classic dishes but sometimes I like to break from tradition and spice them up a little.  My Chicken Salad with a Twist is one of those dishes.  I created this dish when I was looking for something to jazz up my basic chicken salad recipe.  I loved it so much, that I actually put the recipe in my Natural Pregnancy Cookbook.  And no, of course you don’t have to be pregnant to enjoy this dish or any of the dishes in the book!  It actually has over 125 of my best nutritious and wholesome recipes for anyone trying to lead a healthy lifestyle.

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Chicken salad is one of those great basic recipes that can be made into a million different versions depending on what kind of mood you’re in (try my Curried Chicken Salad).  I usually like to add a mixture of savory and sweet ingredients as well as something to add crunch.  Diced apple, celery, sunflower seeds, and nuts are just a few examples.  One of my favorite combinations is diced chicken, sliced celery, halved red grapes, and almonds, which provides the perfect balance of ingredients.  For my dressing, instead of a straight mayonnaise base, I like to combine the mayo with Greek yogurt to cut down on the calories and add a boost of protein.
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This recipe was born when I was rummaging through my spice drawer one day and found a bottle of za’atar way in the back (after all, I keep my spice drawer alphabetized- I can’t help it!).  Za’atar is a versatile Middle Eastern spice blend that commonly contains sumac, sesame seeds and other spices like oregano and thyme.  It’s typically eaten with pita bread that’s dipped in olive oil and then za’atar but it can be used on a wide variety of foods including meat, veggies, rice, and hummus.

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When I found out that I had the opportunity to review the Avocado Oil Mayo by Chosen Foods, I immediately thought of this recipe.  Chosen Foods is a company that’s committed to bringing superfoods to the consumer, using sustainable farming practices.  They believe that food has the power to heal and thus only make the highest quality products with natural, clean ingredients.  Their Avocado Oil Mayo is made with pure avocado oil, which is rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, similar to those found in olives and olive oil.  It also has cage-free eggs and a touch of honey for just the slightest hint of sweetness.  All of the ingredients are non-GMO, paleo-friendly and gluten free.
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I found the Avocado Oil Mayo to be creamy and flavorful with hints of lemon and a touch of sweetness.  It worked perfectly in this chicken salad recipe mixed with some Greek yogurt and za’atar.  This dish provides plenty of protein, iron, and healthy fats.  And the great thing is that you can make a big batch of it and enjoy it over several days.  It’s perfect on a bed of baby greens or on toasted Ezekiel bread.
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Chicken Salad with a Twist
Adapted from my Natural Pregnancy Cookbook by Dr. Sonali Ruder

Take your chicken salad up a notch with this easy and nutritious summer dish.

Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 261 kcal
Author: The Foodie Physician
Ingredients
  • 12 ounces cooked, shredded or diced chicken breast (about 3 cups)
  • ½ cup sliced celery
  • ½ cup red grapes, halved
  • 3 tablespoons sliced almonds
  • 3 tablespoons Chosen Foods Avocado Oil Mayo
  • 3 tablespoons nonfat Greek yogurt
  • ¾ teaspoon za’atar (optional*)
  • Salt and pepper
US Customary - Metric
Instructions
  1. Place the chicken, celery, grapes and almonds in a large bowl. Mix the Avocado Oil Mayo, yogurt, and za’atar together in a separate bowl. Pour the mixture over the other ingredients and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Recipe Notes

*A Middle Eastern dried spice mix with sumac, sesame seeds and other spices like oregano and thyme

Nutrition Facts
Chicken Salad with a Twist
Amount Per Serving
Calories 261 Calories from Fat 116
% Daily Value*
Fat 12.9g20%
Saturated Fat 2.2g14%
Sodium 145mg6%
Carbohydrates 5.8g2%
Fiber 1g4%
Protein 28.2g56%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

 

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Comments

  1. Farrah says

    Yayyyy! I am all about chicken salad, and this looks delicious! <3 I usually don't ever use mayo, but avocado oil mayo sounds awesome (and hooray for bulk cooking)!

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  6. Elizabeth Shaw says

    I loved this recipe when I saw it in your cookbook, so I'm thrilled you're sharing it again today to remind me to whip this up again! I have seen this in the stores but never tried it, I'll have to be on the lookout! I think Chosen Foods is based here in SD too!

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  7. Jessie says

    This chicken salad looks amazing! I love the unusual spice addition and the helping of yogurt! Perfect for summer 🙂

    Also, would you like to come alphabetize our spice cabinet? 😉

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  8. Tara Rochford says

    This does have a TWIST! I've never even heard of za'tar, but now I'm intrigued. Also, that avocado oil mayo looks perfect. I don't eat a lot of mayo, but my husband likes to have it around so I'm always searching for the brand with the cleanest ingredients. Thanks for sharing so many tidbits!

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  12. EA-The Spicy RD says

    Great recipe Sonali! My kids love chicken salad, so this would be a big hit for dinner at our house 🙂 Chosen Foods sent me some of there products to try and i was impressed with all of them, including this avocado oil mayo. Can't wait to make this!

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