High Protein Chicken Salad for Weight Loss Recipe
This High Protein Chicken Salad is a nutritious and flavorful option perfect for weight loss, combining tender chicken with fresh vegetables and a tangy Greek yogurt dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat, Low Lactose
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked chicken, chopped or shredded
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 cup red grapes, halved
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine salad ingredients: In a large bowl, combine chicken, celery, grapes, almonds, green onions, and parsley.
- Mix dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, celery seed, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Combine salad and dressing: Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until evenly coated.
- Chill salad: Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. For best flavor, chill for at least 2 hours.
- Serve: Serve in lettuce cups, on whole grain bread, in a wrap, or over a bed of greens.
Notes
- For best flavor, chill the salad for at least 2 hours before serving.