Black Truffle Chicken Salad
This Black Truffle Chicken Salad is a luxurious, creamy dish that’s easy to make in just 15 minutes. With tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and the rich flavor of black truffle oil, it's perfect for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or served on greens.
Equipment
- 1 Bowl For mixing dressing
- 1 Knife For chopping chicken, veggies, and herbs
- 1 Whisk To mix dressing and ensure smooth consistency
Ingredients
- 2 cups - Cooked Chicken Shredded or diced rotisserie, grilled, or poached
- ½ cup - Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter version
- 1-2 tsp tsp Black Truffle Oil Adjust to taste start with 1 tsp to avoid overpowering flavor
- ½ cup - Celery Finely chopped for crunch
- 2 tbsp tbsp Shallot/Red Onion Minced for mild sharpness
- 2 tbsp tbsp Fresh Herbs Parsley chives, or tarragon work well
- 1 tbsp tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for brightness
- - - Salt and Pepper To taste
- ½ cup - Optional: Grapes Halved or diced apples work well as a sweet addition
- ¼ cup - Toasted Nuts Walnuts pine nuts for crunch
- ¼ cup - Shaved Parmesan Optional for extra richness
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients:
- Cook the chicken (or use pre-cooked) and shred or dice it. Chop celery, shallots, and fresh herbs.
- Make the Dressing:
- In a bowl, combine mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), black truffle oil, lemon juice, and optional seasonings like Dijon mustard or truffle paste. Whisk until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Add the shredded chicken, veggies, and herbs into the dressing. Optional mix-ins: grapes, toasted nuts, or Parmesan. Gently fold together.
- Rest for Flavor:
- Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve:
- Serve chilled on croissants, crusty bread, or lettuce wraps. For an elevated presentation, plate over arugula, garnish with shaved truffle, extra herbs, and a drizzle of truffle oil.
Notes
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise for a lighter, tangier version of this salad.
- Resting the salad in the fridge helps the flavors meld together, enhancing the overall taste.
- For a richer flavor, add freshly shaved black truffle as a garnish, but this is optional.