Ingredients for Basil Chicken Salad
- Fat Free Mayonnaise
- Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Hot Sauce
- White Pepper
- Cooked Chicken Breasts
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- Green Onion
- Fresh Basil
- Fresh Spinach
- 6 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
How to Make Basil Chicken Salad
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until smooth.
- In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced), 1/2 cup chopped celery, 1/4 cup chopped green onions, and 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil.
- Gently fold in the mayonnaise mixture until evenly distributed throughout the chicken mixture.
- Place 1 cup of baby spinach on each of 6 salad plates.
- Spoon the chicken salad evenly over the spinach on each plate.
- Sprinkle each serving generously with 1 tablespoon of toasted pine nuts.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
9 g
Sugar
6g
Fat
8g
Carbs
1g
