Delicious No Mayo Chicken Salad
Brighten up your mealtime with this **Delicious No Mayo Chicken Salad**—a healthier, protein-packed twist on the classic recipe! Featuring tender shredded chicken breast, tangy plain Greek yogurt, and a pop of flavor from Dijon mustard and fresh lemon juice, this creamy salad skips the mayonnaise without sacrificing taste. Crunchy celery, sweet red grapes, and a sprinkle of parsley add vibrant textures and colors, while optional walnuts deliver a satisfying nutty bite. Perfectly seasoned with salt, black pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil, this versatile dish is ready in just 15 minutes. Serve it chilled as a refreshing salad, stuffed into a sandwich, or wrapped in greens for a light yet satisfying meal. Ideal for meal prep, picnics, or a quick and easy lunch, this no-mayo chicken salad is proof that healthy can be delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 0.5 cups Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 cups Celery, diced
- 0.25 cups Red onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cups Red grapes, halved
- 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley
- 0.25 cups Chopped walnuts (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, olive oil, and fresh lemon juice. Stir until smooth and well incorporated.
Add the shredded or diced cooked chicken breast, diced celery, chopped red onion, and halved red grapes to the bowl.
Sprinkle in the chopped parsley, walnuts (if using), salt, and black pepper.
Gently mix all the ingredients together using a spatula, ensuring the dressing evenly coats the chicken and other ingredients.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or a splash of lemon juice.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Enjoy the chicken salad on its own, in a sandwich, over greens, or in a wrap for a light and delicious meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1130 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.0 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 418 mg | 139% | |
| Sodium | 2005 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.0 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.4 g | ||
| Protein | 158.8 g | 318% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 275 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 1937 mg | 41% | |
*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.
