Waldorf Chicken Salad Wrap Bento Box

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Waldorf Chicken Salad Wrap Bento Box
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on October 17, 2023

This Waldorf Chicken Salad Wrap Bento Box is a perfect combination of flavors and textures. It features a creamy chicken salad with a twist of tangy apples, crunchy celery, and sweet dried cranberries. The salad is wrapped in a soft whole wheat tortilla and packed in a bento box with colorful vegetables, fruit, and a side of yogurt. It's a balanced and complete meal that is not only delicious but also easy to prepare and great for on-the-go. Make this recipe for a healthy and satisfying lunch or dinner option.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced apple
  • 1/4 cup diced celery
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 4 whole wheat tortillas
  • 1 cup mixed salad greens
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced
  • 1/2 cup carrot sticks
  • 1/2 cup grapes
  • 1/4 cup almonds, chopped

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
  2. Add the diced apple, diced celery, and dried cranberries to the chicken mixture. Stir until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
  3. Place a whole wheat tortilla on a flat surface. Spoon approximately 1/2 cup of the chicken salad mixture onto the tortilla and spread it evenly.
  4. Top the chicken salad with a handful of mixed salad greens.
  5. Fold the sides of the tortilla inward, then roll the tortilla tightly to form a wrap.
  6. Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and chicken salad mixture.
  7. To prepare the bento box, divide the cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, carrot sticks, grapes, and chopped almonds into separate compartments.
  8. Place the prepared chicken salad wraps in the main compartment of the bento box.
  9. Cover the bento box and refrigerate until ready to eat.
  10. Enjoy this Waldorf Chicken Salad Wrap Bento Box for a healthy and satisfying meal.

Interesting Facts

  • The original Waldorf Salad was created in New York City in 1893 and contained only apples, celery, and mayonnaise.
  • The addition of chicken to the classic Waldorf Salad adds a protein boost and makes it more filling.
  • Using Greek yogurt instead of all mayonnaise in the dressing reduces the calories and adds a tangy flavor.
  • Bento boxes originated in Japan and have become popular lunch containers worldwide due to their practicality and ability to contain a variety of foods.