Description
This creamy and healthy chicken salad is made with Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise, offering a lighter alternative without sacrificing flavor. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or a light meal!
Ingredients
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2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
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1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain, non-fat or full-fat based on preference)
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1/4 cup chopped celery
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1/4 cup chopped red onion
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1/4 cup dried cranberries or grapes (optional)
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1/4 cup chopped walnuts or almonds (optional)
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice.
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Add the chopped celery, red onion, cranberries (if using), and nuts (if using). Stir everything together until well combined.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
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Serve chilled on bread, in a wrap, or over a bed of greens. Enjoy!
Notes
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You can substitute the chicken with rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
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This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
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Adjust the seasoning and ingredients based on your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg