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Venezuelan Chicken Salad

Cultural Context

Venezuelan Chicken Salad, or Ensalada de Pollo, is a beloved dish that reflects the country's rich culinary traditions. Often served during festive occasions and family gatherings, it showcases the use of fresh ingredients like vegetables and herbs, combined with creamy dressing. This salad has also found its way into various Latin American cuisines, each adding their unique twist, making it a versatile and cherished dish across the region.

VenezuelanVEmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
2 cups carrots, diced
2 cups fresh peas (reserve 1/4 cup for garnish)
2 tablespoons onion, finely chopped
2 cups green apple, peeled and diced
4 cups chicken breasts, cooked and finely shredded (about 2 chicken breasts)
Salt
2 cups mayonnaise
1/2 garlic clove, puréed
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: turkey breast

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Canned chicken is often more affordable and convenient.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Tofu provides a plant-based protein alternative.

1

In a steamer, cook the potatoes with a pinch of salt until they are soft but firm. Reserve.

2

In the same pot, steam the carrots with a pinch of salt until they are cooked but firm. Reserve.

3

In the same pot, cook frozen peas with a pinch of salt until they are soft but firm. Reserve.

4

Mix the potatoes, carrots, peas, onion, apples, and chicken in a large salad bowl, and carefully combine.

5

In a bowl, make the dressing by mixing well the mayo, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, sugar, and garlic, until it gets a creamy consistency.

6

Dress the salad and combine. Garnish with the reserved peas.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixing

Equipment Needed

steamerlarge salad bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

eggsoy

Also Known As

Ensalada de PolloPollo a la Criolla

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