Description
Crazy flavorful curried chicken salad with a vibrant tahini dressing comes together in no time and is guaranteed to become a staple! Studded with raisins, cashews, green onion and cilantro, this lightened up lunch is a total crowd pleaser. Serve with crackers, in a toasty pita, or with a spoon. Dairy free!
Ingredients
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For the chicken salad:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/3 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 celery rib, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup roasted cashews, chopped
- 3 tbsp raisins
For the tahini dressing:
- 1 1/2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp water
- 1/2 lemon, juiced (1 1/2 tbsp)
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 2 tsp curry powder
- 3/4 tsp fine sea salt, plus lots of freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Place chicken, onions, cilantro, celery, cashews and raisins in a medium mixing bowl.
- Place dressing ingredients in the order listed in a blender or Nutribullet (if you're salt sensitive, you can start with 1/2 tsp and season to taste). Blend until smooth.
- Pour dressing over salad and toss to combine. Serve!