Superb Lite Chicken Salad
Elevate your lunch menu with this *Superb Lite Chicken Salad*, a fresh and healthy twist on a classic favorite. Perfect for meal preppers and anyone seeking a nutritious alternative, this light and satisfying salad combines tender cooked chicken breast with crisp celery, vibrant red bell pepper, and zesty green onion. The creamy, guilt-free dressing features protein-packed Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, a hint of honey, and refreshing lemon juice—offering the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. Finished with fresh parsley and optional sliced almonds for added texture, this salad is beautifully served over mixed greens or tucked into crisp lettuce leaves. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy days while delivering wholesome flavor in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast
- 2 stalks Celery
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 3 stalks Green onion
- 0.5 cups Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Sliced almonds (optional)
- 4 cups Mixed greens or lettuce leaves (for serving)
Instructions
Dice the cooked chicken breast into small, bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Finely chop the celery, red bell pepper, and green onion. Add them to the bowl with the chicken.
In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetables and gently mix until everything is evenly coated.
Chop the fresh parsley and stir it into the salad. If using sliced almonds, fold them in as well for added crunch.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to preference.
Serve the chicken salad over a bed of mixed greens or tucked into lettuce leaves for a light, crisp presentation.
Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
727 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.3 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 287 mg | 96% | |
| Sodium | 1839 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.4 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.1 g | ||
| Protein | 114.9 g | 230% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 124 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 685 mg | 15% | |
*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.
