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Emily Carter

Protein Apple Chicken Salad Recipe

Protein Apple Chicken Salad Recipe blends chickpeas, crisp apples, herbs, and creamy vegan dressing into a refreshing high-protein meal.

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Chickpeas — 2 cups cooked or canned, drained
  • Apple — 1 large diced
  • Celery — ½ cup chopped
  • Walnuts — ¼ cup chopped
  • Vegan yogurt — ½ cup
  • Lemon juice — 1 tablespoon
  • Dijon mustard — 1 teaspoon
  • Olive oil — 1 tablespoon
  • Salt — ½ teaspoon
  • Black pepper — ¼ teaspoon
  • Fresh parsley — 2 tablespoons chopped

Method
 

  1. Add 2 cups chickpeas into a mixing bowl.
  2. Mash lightly using a fork, leaving some texture.
  3. Stir in vegan yogurt (½ cup) and olive oil (1 tablespoon).
  4. Add lemon juice (1 tablespoon) and Dijon mustard (1 teaspoon).
  5. Mix in apple (1 diced), celery (½ cup), and walnuts (¼ cup).
  6. Season with salt (½ teaspoon) and black pepper (¼ teaspoon).
  7. Fold ingredients until evenly coated.
  8. Sprinkle parsley (2 tablespoons) on top.
  9. Chill briefly before serving for better flavor.

Notes

Nutritional values (per serving)

Calories: 310
Total Fat: 14 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Carbohydrates: 35 g
Fiber: 8 g
Protein: 11 g

Vitamins and minerals (per serving)

Vitamin C: 15%
Iron: 18%
Magnesium: 14%
Potassium: 12%
Vitamin B6: 10%

Any additional notes/tips to enhance the flavor for the recipe

  • Add grapes for sweetness.
  • Toast walnuts for deeper flavor.
  • Sprinkle cinnamon for subtle warmth.
  • Serve inside lettuce cups or wraps.
  • Extra mustard boosts tanginess.