Cherry-Pecan Chicken Salad

Prep Time: 0 Minutes

Cook Time: 0 Minutes

Ready In: 0 Minutes

Servings: 4

Purchase silken tofu for the dressing in this recipe. Its puree is creamy and thick, and it typically comes vacuum-packed. Both the firm and the soft varieties will work.

Ingredients:

3 cups chopped roasted skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 3 breasts)

2 cups pitted sweet cherries (about 3/4 pound)

1 cup chopped peeled english cucumber

1/2 cup frozen green peas, thawed

1/4 cup chopped celery

1/4 cup chopped red onion

1/4 cup chopped carrot

3 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted

2 tablespoons sliced green onions

2 teaspoons chopped fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon

1/2 pound soft silken tofu

1/4 cup red wine vinegar

1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper

Directions:

1. To prepare salad, combine first 10 ingredients in a large bowl.
2. To prepare dressing, combine tofu and the remaining ingredients in a blender, and process until smooth. Pour over chicken mixture; toss gently to coat. Cover and chill 1 hour.

By RecipeOfHealth.com