Chicken Salad with Jerusalem Artichokes
This is a good dish for using those leftovers from the holiday turkey. Makes 6 Servings


Ingredients:

1/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise
1/3 cup nonfat sour cream or yogurt
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Juice of 1 lime
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 pound Jerusalem artichokes, scrubbed or peeled
1 pound cooked boneless, skinless chicken or turkey breast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon minced jalapeno or other hot pepper
1 bunch scallions, trimmed and cut into thin slices (white and 1 inch of green)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste


Instructions:
1. Mix first seven ingredients in a small bowl.

2. Set aside.

3. Cut Jerusalem artichokes into a combination of very thin slices and 11/2 inch matchsticks.

4. Combine Jerusalem artichokes, chicken, pepper, and scallions in a bowl.

5. Season with salt and pepper.

6. Add dressing and mix well.

7. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

8. Bring to room temperature for serving.




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