Friday 1 April 2016

Aarti's Lemon Basil Chicken Salad

Lemon Basil Chicken Salad

  • 3 cups Cooked Chicken
  • 2 whole Lemons, Juiced And Zested
  • 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • Salt And Pepper, to taste
  • 1 Tablespoon Prepared Pesto
  • 1/2 cup Green Peas
  • 12 whole Basil Leaves, Chiffonade (more To Taste)
  • 1/4 cup Pine Nuts, Toasted
  • Salt And Pepper, to taste
Mix together lemon juice, olive oil, mayonnaise, salt & pepper, and pesto until creamy and smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings as you’d like.

Combine chicken, peas, basil, and pine nuts in a bowl and stir together. Pour on dressing to taste and toss to combine. Add 1 tablespoon lemon zest and squeeze in lemon juice. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Toss to combine and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Serve over lettuce with grapes on the side!

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