Almond Chicken Salad

Elevate your lunch game with this refreshing and flavorful Almond Chicken Salad—a perfect blend of tender chicken, sweet red grapes, crunchy celery, and toasted almonds, all brought together with a creamy dressing made from a mix of tangy Greek yogurt, savory mayonnaise, and a touch of honey and lemon juice for balance. This easy 15-minute recipe packs a delightful combination of textures and flavors, making it an excellent choice for meal preps, light lunches, or elegant gatherings. Serve this wholesome chicken salad over crisp mixed greens, as a sandwich filling, or wrapped in a tortilla for a versatile and satisfying meal. Healthy, quick, and bursting with vibrant ingredients, this dish is sure to become a go-to favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups (shredded or diced) Cooked chicken breast
• 0.5 cups (toasted) Sliced almonds
• 0.5 cups (diced) Celery
• 1 cup (halved) Red grapes
• 2 stalks (thinly sliced) Green onions
• 0.5 cups Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cups Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 cups Mixed greens or lettuce

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the dressing. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined. Set aside.

Step 2

Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes or until lightly golden and fragrant. Stir frequently to avoid burning. Once toasted, remove from heat and let cool.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded or diced chicken, diced celery, halved red grapes, and sliced green onions.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 5

Add the toasted almonds to the mixture and gently fold them in, reserving a few for garnish if desired.

Step 6

Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 7

Serve the almond chicken salad over a bed of mixed greens or lettuce, or enjoy it as a filling for sandwiches or wraps.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	608.2 grams (608.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1424

Total Fat 121.30g	156%
Saturated Fat 10.40g	52%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 120mg	40%
Sodium 1589mg	69%
Total Carbohydrate 71.50g	26%
Dietary Fiber 15.30g	55%
Total Sugars 24.00g
Protein 23.20g	46%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 447mg	34%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 1450mg	31%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.2%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 19.4%