Ensalada de Gallina Venezolana

Ensalada de gallina is the indispensable salad of the Venezuelan Christmas table, a creamy mix of shredded hen or chicken, potatoes, carrots, and peas bound in mayonnaise. Every family has its own version — some add apple, some add a squeeze of lime — but it is always served chilled alongside the hallacas and pan de jamón.

The Christmas salad that is always a hit

It is cool, creamy, and satisfying, with tender chicken and soft vegetables in a tangy, lightly sweet dressing. Served straight from the fridge on a hot holiday, it is the perfect counterpoint to the rich, savory dishes around it.

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