Waldorf Chicken Salad

Gluten-free chicken salad with apples, grapes, celery, and walnuts.

5 from 1 vote

This delicious Waldorf chicken salad is a breeze to put together. Packed with juicy chicken, refreshing grapes, and crisp celery and apples, it's a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors that's sure to please!

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chicken waldorf salad, waldorf salad

Diet: Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Low Carb

Servings:

Author: Meeta Arora

Ingredients

4 cups Cooked Chicken Diced
1 cup Celery Small diced
1 cup Grapes halved or quartered
1 cup Apple small diced, Fuji or Gala
1/2-1 cup Mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Garlic powder
1 cup Toasted walnuts chopped, or pecans, optional

Instructions

Toss the Salad Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, chopped celery, grapes, apples, and walnuts.

Make the Dressing

In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and garlic powder. Use closer to ½ cup of mayonnaise for a lighter dressing. If you prefer a creamier salad, feel free to use up to a full cup.

Combine and Serve

Gently fold the dressing into the chicken mixture until everything is evenly coated. You can enjoy it immediately, or cover and chill it in the refrigerator.

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Notes

Turkey Waldorf: Use cooked and shredded turkey breast instead of chicken for a delicious variation.

Waldorf with Yogurt: For a tangy, protein-packed twist, swap out the mayo for plain Greek yogurt. Or use half mayo and half yogurt for a lighter, creamy dressing. This will make the salad to not be dairy-free.

Don't have walnuts? Feel free to experiment with other chopped nuts like pecans or almonds. You can even leave them out entirely for a nut-free version.

You can customize your salad! Experiment with different fruits like diced pears or cranberries, or add a sprinkle of dried cherries for a touch of sweetness.

Add onions: I did not add red onions, but they are a great way to add extra crunch to this Waldorf salad.

Vegetarian Waldorf: Omit the chicken altogether for a vegetarian option. You can add more chopped celery or other vegetables.

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