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Healthy Chicken Salad Without Mayo: A Quick, High-Protein Lunch You’ll Love

Healthy Chicken Salad Without Mayo

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  • Author: Linda
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Total Time: 10
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: salads
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: High-Protein, Healthy, Halal

Description

A quick, high-protein lunch using Greek yogurt instead of mayo. Packed with flavor from shredded chicken, celery, grapes, red onion, and walnuts for a light yet satisfying meal.


Ingredients

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2 cups shredded cooked chicken
1/2 cup plain unsweetened Greek yogurt
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup halved red grapes (red or green)
1/4 cup finely diced red onion, chilled
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

Chop celery, red onion, and walnuts into bite-sized pieces
In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard
Mix in celery, grapes, red onion, and walnuts until fully incorporated
Season with salt and pepper to taste
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving


Notes

Use pre-cooked chicken (rotisserie or leftovers) for fastest preparation
Storage in an airtight container lasts up to 3-4 days
Add chopped apple slices or dried cranberries for extra flavor
Serve with mixed greens, whole-grain pita, or brown rice for a complete meal


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 container (about 2 cups)
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 13g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1.5g
  • Protein: 42g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg