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High Protein Chicken Salad

Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A delicious and protein-packed chicken salad perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. Loaded with fresh fruits, nuts, and herbs, it's both nutritious and flavorful.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 3 cups cooked chicken, chopped or shredded

Vegetables

  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 3 stalks green onions, sliced

Fruits

  • 1 cup red grapes, halved

Nuts & Herbs

  • 0.5 cup sliced almonds
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

Dressing

  • 0.75 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 0.5 teaspoon celery seed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions 

  • In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, celery, green onions, grapes, almonds, and parsley.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, celery seed, salt, and black pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss to combine.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, chill the salad for 30 minutes before serving.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken