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Lightened Up Curry Chicken Salad (No Mayo!)

Lightened Up Curry Chicken Salad No Mayo for a Fresh Twist

Enjoy a vibrant Lightened Up Curry Chicken Salad (No Mayo!) packed with flavors, perfect for meal prep and healthy eating.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken Substitutes: chickpeas or tofu for vegetarian option
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions Substitutes: chives or red onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro Substitutes: parsley
  • 1/3 cup cashews Substitutes: sunflower seeds or almonds
  • 1/3 cup raisins Substitutes: dried cranberries or chopped dates
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup tahini Substitutes: yogurt for a light alternative
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup Substitutes: honey if not vegan
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Substitutes: lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons curry powder Substitutes: garam masala for different flavor
  • to taste salt

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, blend together 1/4 cup of tahini, 2 tablespoons of maple syrup, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 2 teaspoons of curry powder, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy, about 2–3 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of shredded cooked chicken, 1/4 cup of chopped green onions, 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro, 1/3 cup of cashews, and 1/3 cup of raisins. Stir gently to incorporate.
  3. Pour the tahini dressing over the chicken salad mixture and gently toss until everything is coated in the dressing, about 1–2 minutes.
  4. Serve immediately or let it chill in the refrigerator for about 10–15 minutes to meld flavors.
  5. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Refresh with a splash of lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad is gluten-free and dairy-free, perfect for various diets and meal prep.

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