Salade de Poulet aux Amandes

It's a wonderfully fresh and appetising salad in the summer and just as appetising in the winter when you really need a healthy change from the warm comfort food!

Almost, everyone loves chicken (easy chicken recipes) and it is so versatile making the most wonderful dishes for winter casseroles to summer salads and this recipe will fit both occasions.

Salade de Poulet aux Amandes is made with chicken and slivered almonds which have been lightly toasted to bring out their delicate nutty flavour.

Ingredients:

• A handful of slivered almonds
• A bunch of watercress or greens of your choice
• 2 celery stalks cut into small pieces
• 450g (1lb) cooked chicken)cut into small strips
• 1/2 orange
• 1/4 pint/1/2 cup mayo (mayonnaise recipe)
• Salt and black pepper

Instructions:

1. Place the slivered almonds on a baking tray and place under the grill for a few minutes until golden brown.
2. Cut the watercress into small lengths and place in a salad bowl.
3. Add the celery pieces.
4. Squeeze the juice from the orange and whisk into the mayonnaise.
5. Add the chicken and almonds to the salad bowl.
6. Add the mayonnaise and salt and pepper and toss lightly.
7. Garnish with orange slices or pomegranate seeds for color.
8. Chill before serving.

French Green Salad