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Ultimate Healthy Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad (No Mayo Shortcut)

A close-up of a creamy greek yogurt chicken salad mixed with red grapes, green grapes, celery, and red onion in a white bowl.
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Make this creamy, high-protein chicken salad using Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise. It is quick, low-calorie, and perfect for easy lunch meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (use rotisserie chicken for a shortcut)
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2% recommended for texture)
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely minced
  • 1/4 cup seedless grapes, halved
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Place the shredded chicken in a medium mixing bowl.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth. This creates your creamy Greek yogurt salad dressing base.
  3. Add the chopped celery, minced red onion, halved grapes, and fresh dill to the bowl with the chicken.
  4. Pour the yogurt dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture.
  5. Use a spatula or spoon to gently fold all ingredients together until the chicken is evenly coated and the salad is creamy. Do not overmix.
  6. Taste the salad and adjust salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
  7. Cover the bowl and chill the chicken salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  8. Serve this low calorie chicken salad on whole-wheat bread, in lettuce cups, or with crackers for a quick lunch.

Notes

  • For a tangier, Tzatziki Chicken Salad Recipe flavor, add 1/4 teaspoon of dried oregano and a pinch of garlic powder to the dressing mixture.
  • If you need a gluten free chicken salad option, serve this over crisp lettuce or with gluten-free crackers.
  • This recipe is excellent for high protein meal prep; it keeps well in the refrigerator for up to four days.
  • For a Keto Chicken Salad Mayo Free version, omit the grapes and add 1/4 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch.

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