Chicken Waldorf Sandwiches Diabetic
Satisfy your cravings with these delicious and diabetic-friendly Chicken Waldorf Sandwiches, a modern twist on the classic dish! Packed with lean protein from diced chicken breast, crisp celery, juicy red apple, and sweet seedless grapes, this recipe delivers a delightful combination of texture and flavor. Heart-healthy walnuts add a satisfying crunch, while a creamy dressing made with fat-free Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and a splash of fresh lemon juice keeps the dish light yet indulgently tangy. Served on whole-grain sandwich thins with a layer of crisp romaine lettuce, these sandwiches are perfect for a quick lunch or picnic. Ready in just 15 minutes, this low-carb, diabetes-conscious recipe is rich in nutrients and big on flavor, making it a wholesome choice for anyone seeking a satisfying yet health-conscious meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup Celery, finely chopped
- 1 medium Red apple, diced (unpeeled)
- 0.5 cup Red seedless grapes, halved
- 2 tablespoons Walnuts, chopped
- 0.5 cup Fat-free plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 4 large Romaine lettuce leaves
- 4 pieces Whole-grain sandwich thins
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced chicken, celery, apple, grapes, and walnuts. Toss gently to mix.
In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Place a romaine lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each whole-grain sandwich thin.
Spoon the chicken Waldorf mixture generously onto the lettuce leaves.
Top with the other half of the sandwich thin.
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 6 hours before serving. Enjoy your diabetic-friendly Chicken Waldorf Sandwich!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1428 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.6 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 424 mg | 141% | |
| Sodium | 2369 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 137.3 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.4 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.1 g | ||
| Protein | 173.8 g | 348% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 473 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 2304 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
