Salad with chicken, pineapple and walnuts

8 servings

60 minutes

Chicken salad with pineapple and walnuts is an unusual and exquisite combination of flavors that perfectly fits the traditions of Russian cuisine. The lightness of chicken fillet paired with the sweetness of pineapple creates a contrasting yet harmonious perception, while walnuts add richness and a crunchy texture. This salad is often prepared for festive tables as it is not only tasty but also visually appealing. The dressing made from mayonnaise and ketchup adds spiciness to the dish, while the aroma of garlic makes the flavor expressive. The salad turns out tender yet multifaceted, ideal as a standalone dish or as an accompaniment to meat appetizers. Seasoned with fresh herbs, it enlivens the table and becomes a true decoration of the feast.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 337.4
• Proteins: 23.9g
• Fats: 24.4g
• Carbohydrates: 5.5g

Ingredients

• Boiled chicken: 400 g
• Canned pineapple: 200 g
• Chicken egg: 4 pc
• Russian cheese: 200 g
• Garlic: to taste
• Green onions: 4 pc
• Mayonnaise: 70 g
• Coriander: 5 sprig
• Ketchup: 30 g
• Walnuts: 50 g
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Prepare all the products.

2. Lightly roast the nuts in a dry pan to release their aroma.

   Required ingredients:

   • Walnuts: 50 g

3. Cool the nuts and crush them coarsely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Walnuts: 50 g

4. Boil the eggs hard: place in cold water, bring to a boil and cook for 10 minutes, no more, to prevent the yolk from turning gray.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 4 pieces

5. Pour cold water over the eggs, peel them, and cut into cubes of 3–5 mm sides.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 4 pieces

6. Cut the chicken fillet into the same cubes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Boiled chicken: 400 g

7. Drain the liquid from the canned pineapple and cut it into cubes of the same size.

   Required ingredients:

   • Canned pineapple: 200 g

8. Chop cilantro and green onions finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Coriander: 5 sprig
   • Green onions: 4 pieces

9. Grate the cheese on a fine grater.

   Required ingredients:

   • Russian cheese: 200 g

10. Prepare the sauce: mix mayonnaise and ketchup.

    Required ingredients:

    • Mayonnaise: 70 g
    • Ketchup: 30 g

11. Press garlic into the sauce (adjust the amount of garlic to your taste). Add chopped cilantro to the sauce.

    Required ingredients:

    • Garlic:  to taste
    • Coriander: 5 sprig

12. Place chicken fillet, eggs, pineapple, green onions, and nuts in a salad bowl (leave some nuts for decoration).

    Required ingredients:

    • Boiled chicken: 400 g
    • Chicken egg: 4 pieces
    • Canned pineapple: 200 g
    • Green onions: 4 pieces
    • Walnuts: 50 g

13. Add grated cheese to the salad. Mix it.

    Required ingredients:

    • Russian cheese: 200 g

14. Dress the salad with the prepared sauce. Mix it. Taste and add salt and pepper to your liking.

    Required ingredients:

    • Mayonnaise: 70 g
    • Ketchup: 30 g
    • Garlic:  to taste
    • Salt:  to taste
    • Ground black pepper:  to taste

15. Sprinkle with walnuts and serve.

    Required ingredients:

    • Walnuts: 50 g