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Chicken and Cherry Sandwich

3.5

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Cherries, a good source of cancer-fighting antioxidants, add a surprising fruity flavor to this chunky classic from Conlan. Bonus: Walnuts provide healthy fats.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

1/2 cup lowfat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon or 1 1/2 teaspoon dried
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups chopped roasted chicken breast
2 celery stalks, chopped
1/3 cup chopped dried cherries
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup chopped shallots
4 lettuce leaves
8 slices toasted whole-grain bread

Preparation

  1. Combine mayonnaise, tarragon, lemon juice and pepper in a bowl. Toss chicken, celery, cherries, walnuts and shallots in another bowl. Stir in mayonnaise dressing. Place 1 lettuce leaf each on 4 slices of bread. Divide chicken salad among sandwiches; top with remaining bread.

Nutrition Per Serving

Per serving: 454 calories
14.3 g fat
1.2 g saturated fat
49.4 g carbohydrates
11.2 g fiber
34.8 g protein
#### Nutritional analysis provided by Self
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