Crunchy Low Fat Summer Chicken Salad
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly crunchy, this Low Fat Summer Chicken Salad is a guilt-free twist on a classic dish that's perfect for warm weather lunches or light dinners. Packed with lean, shredded chicken breast and a medley of crisp veggies like celery, cucumber, and red bell pepper, this salad gets a delightful crunch from toasted sliced almonds. A creamy yet healthy dressing, made with low-fat Greek yogurt, zesty lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey, ties it all together for a tangy-sweet finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this high-protein, low-fat recipe is as versatile as it is delicious—serve it chilled straight from the fridge, spooned over whole-grain bread, or atop a vibrant bed of greens. Make this your go-to healthy chicken salad for summer gatherings, meal prep, or anytime you’re craving something light yet satisfying!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (shredded) Cooked chicken breast
- 1 cup (diced) Celery
- 1 cup (diced) Red bell pepper
- 1 cup (diced) Cucumber
- 0.25 cup (finely chopped) Red onion
- 0.25 cup Sliced almonds
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (low-fat, plain)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken breast, diced celery, red bell pepper, cucumber, and finely chopped red onion.
Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly golden and fragrant. Let them cool, then add to the mixing bowl with the other ingredients.
In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top and give it one final mix.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy as-is, on whole-grain bread, or over a bed of greens.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
997 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.1 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 295 mg | 98% | |
| Sodium | 1710 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.9 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.4 g | ||
| Protein | 129.4 g | 259% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 322 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1284 mg | 27% | |
*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.
