Crunchy Chicken Salad

Brighten up your meal routine with this Crunchy Chicken Salad, a vibrant blend of crisp veggies, tender chicken, and nutty toppings tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing! This no-cook recipe comes together in just 20 minutes, featuring wholesome ingredients like romaine lettuce, shredded red cabbage, and crunchy toasted almonds and pumpkin seeds. The zesty dressing combines Greek yogurt, honey, and Dijon mustard for the perfect balance of tang and sweetness. Ideal for meal prep or a quick, satisfying lunch, this salad is packed with protein, textures, and bold flavors. Serve it fresh or chilled for a dish that’s as versatile as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed
• 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium cucumber, diced
• 1 medium carrot, shredded
• 1 cup red cabbage, shredded
• 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 cup sliced almonds, toasted
• 0.5 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas), toasted
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded or cubed chicken breast, chopped romaine lettuce, diced red bell pepper, diced cucumber, shredded carrot, shredded red cabbage, and sliced green onions.

Step 2

In a small skillet over medium heat, toast the sliced almonds and pumpkin seeds until they are golden and aromatic. Remove from heat and let them cool before adding to the salad.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth. This is your dressing.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 5

Sprinkle the toasted almonds and pumpkin seeds over the top for extra crunch.

Step 6

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1623.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2500.7

Total Fat 149.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 466.4mg	0%
Sodium 1916.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 103.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.3g	0%
Total Sugars 41.1g
Protein 195.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 688.4mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 4452.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.9%

Protein: 30.8%

Carbs: 16.3%