Mayo Free Chicken Salad
Say goodbye to heavy, mayo-laden chicken salads and hello to this lighter, vibrant alternative: Mayo-Free Chicken Salad. Made with creamy Greek yogurt, a touch of tangy Dijon mustard, and zesty fresh lemon juice, this recipe is every bit as satisfying as the classic version but with a healthier twist. Packed with crunchy celery, crisp green apple, and nutty almonds or walnuts, it delivers a perfect balance of textures and flavors in each bite. Fresh parsley adds a herby finish, while red onion provides a subtle zing. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and nutritious chicken salad is perfect for meal prep, lunch on-the-go, or as a protein-packed topping for your favorite greens. Serve it chilled, in a sandwich, or wrap, and enjoy a refreshing twist on a timeless dish.
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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
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup Celery, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely diced
- 1 medium Green apple, diced
- 0.25 cup Almonds or walnuts, roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice. Whisk until smooth to make the dressing.
Add the shredded or diced chicken to the bowl with the dressing and toss to coat evenly.
Fold in the celery, red onion, diced green apple, and chopped almonds or walnuts.
Sprinkle the salt, black pepper, and fresh parsley over the mixture and gently stir to combine.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preference.
Serve immediately on a bed of greens, in a sandwich, or chilled as a standalone salad. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
302 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.9 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 102 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 459 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.3 g | ||
| Protein | 41.5 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 591 mg | 13% | |
*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.
