Healthier Chicken Salad

Elevate your lunch game with this Healthier Chicken Salad—a lightened-up twist on a classic favorite! Packed with lean protein and vibrant ingredients, this recipe swaps heavy mayonnaise for creamy, non-fat Greek yogurt, delivering all the flavor with fewer calories. Crisp celery, zesty red onion, and tart Granny Smith apple add crunch and complexity, while fresh herbs like parsley and dill bring a fragrant, refreshing touch. A splash of lemon juice and Dijon mustard ties it all together, creating an irresistible balance of tangy and savory. Prep it in just 15 minutes and enjoy it as a protein-packed salad over mixed greens or as a wholesome sandwich filling with whole-grain bread. Perfect for healthy meal preps or quick lunches, this chicken salad is satisfying, nutritious, and endlessly versatile!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked chicken breast (shredded or diced)
• 0.5 cup Non-fat plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 cup Celery (finely chopped)
• 0.25 cup Red onion (finely chopped)
• 0.5 cup Granny Smith apple (diced)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh dill (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Walnuts (optional, chopped)
• 2 servings Mixed greens or whole-grain bread (for serving, optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice. Whisk together until smooth and creamy.

Step 2

Add the shredded or diced chicken breast to the bowl.

Step 3

Fold in the chopped celery, red onion, and apple, ensuring even distribution.

Step 4

Sprinkle in the fresh parsley, dill, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine all the flavors.

Step 5

If using walnuts, gently fold them into the salad mixture for added texture and flavor.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or pepper if desired.

Step 7

Serve the chicken salad over a bed of mixed greens for a light meal or scoop onto whole-grain bread for a satisfying sandwich. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1046.6 grams (1046.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1200

Total Fat 39.60g	51%
Saturated Fat 6.90g	35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 411mg	137%
Sodium 2054mg	89%
Total Carbohydrate 38.20g	14%
Dietary Fiber 10.70g	38%
Total Sugars 18.70g
Protein 166.70g	333%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 411mg	32%
Iron 9mg	51%
Potassium 2280mg	49%

*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: 30.3%

Protein: 56.7%

Carbs: 13.0%