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Chicken salad with lemon and basil
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Chicken salad with lemon and basil

20 min4 serv.20 февр. 2026 г.

Description

The recipe won't take much time. This chicken salad with lemon and basil is original and yet simple to prepare. Serve the dish with a large bunch of red grapes. The lemon dressing made in this recipe can also be used for other salads, such as potato salad. Serve at the table.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Step 1

    1. Mix together lemon juice, olive oil, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, and pesto sauce until smooth and creamy. Taste the dressing and add seasonings to taste, if needed.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Step 2

    2. Mix cooked chicken, green peas, basil leaves, and toasted pine nuts in a bowl.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Step 3

    3. Pour the salad with the prepared dressing to taste and mix.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Step 4

    4. Add 1 tablespoon of lemon zest and squeeze in lemon juice. Add salt and pepper to taste. Mix well and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. 5. Serve the salad with a bunch of red grapes.