Eggplant and Chicken Salad
This creamy Eggplant Chicken Salad is an easy and flavorful salad made with fried eggplant, shredded chicken, garlic, and fresh herbs. Tossed with a simple creamy dressing made with yogurt and mayonnaise, this chicken and eggplant salad is rich, satisfying, and full of delicious Mediterranean-inspired flavors.
Perfect as an easy appetizer, side dish, or light meal, this roasted-style eggplant chicken salad can be served warm or chilled.
If you love eggplant recipes, chicken salad recipes, and easy homemade salads, this simple recipe is definitely worth trying!
Yield: Serves 4
- 5 Chinese eggplants, unpeeled and sliced
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
- 2 cups chopped fresh dill
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- vegetable oil, for frying
- salt and black pepper, to taste
Fry the eggplant slices in a pan with oil until soft and golden brown, or roast them in an air fryer until tender. Let them cool, then cut or tear them into thin strips.
In a large bowl, combine the eggplant, shredded chicken, chopped fresh dill, and walnuts.
Add the minced garlic, mayonnaise, yogurt, salt, and black pepper.
Toss gently until creamy and well combined. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
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