Description
A light and nutritious chicken salad made with lean protein and fresh vegetables, perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup apple, diced
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Mix well.
- Add shredded chicken, celery, red onion, apple, and sliced almonds to the bowl.
- Stir until all ingredients are well combined and coated with the dressing.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute Greek yogurt with low-fat mayonnaise if preferred.
- For added sweetness, consider adding a few dried cranberries.
- This salad is great served on whole-grain bread, lettuce wraps, or on its own.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg