Description
A refreshing and healthier alternative to traditional chicken salad, this mayo-free version is light, tangy, and packed with flavor. Perfect for a quick lunch or as a side dish for a picnic.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked chicken (skins and bones removed) (diced)
- 1 celery rib (chopped)
- 2 tbsp red onion (finely diced)
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
Dressing:
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tsp red wine vinegar
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
- Chopped parsley, chives, or dill for garnish
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix diced cooked chicken, red onion, celery, and dried cranberries.
- Add Dressing: Stir in Greek yogurt, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Combine Thoroughly: Mix the salad until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Adjust Seasonings: Taste the salad and adjust salt and pepper if necessary.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh herbs like dill, parsley, or chives before serving.
Notes
- You can customize this salad by adding nuts or seeds for extra crunch.
- Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg