Delicious No Mayo Chicken Salad

Brighten up your mealtime with this **Delicious No Mayo Chicken Salad**—a healthier, protein-packed twist on the classic recipe! Featuring tender shredded chicken breast, tangy plain Greek yogurt, and a pop of flavor from Dijon mustard and fresh lemon juice, this creamy salad skips the mayonnaise without sacrificing taste. Crunchy celery, sweet red grapes, and a sprinkle of parsley add vibrant textures and colors, while optional walnuts deliver a satisfying nutty bite. Perfectly seasoned with salt, black pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil, this versatile dish is ready in just 15 minutes. Serve it chilled as a refreshing salad, stuffed into a sandwich, or wrapped in greens for a light yet satisfying meal. Ideal for meal prep, picnics, or a quick and easy lunch, this no-mayo chicken salad is proof that healthy can be delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
• 0.5 cups Plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 cups Celery, diced
• 0.25 cups Red onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 cups Red grapes, halved
• 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley
• 0.25 cups Chopped walnuts (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, olive oil, and fresh lemon juice. Stir until smooth and well incorporated.

Step 2

Add the shredded or diced cooked chicken breast, diced celery, chopped red onion, and halved red grapes to the bowl.

Step 3

Sprinkle in the chopped parsley, walnuts (if using), salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Gently mix all the ingredients together using a spatula, ensuring the dressing evenly coats the chicken and other ingredients.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or a splash of lemon juice.

Step 6

Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Enjoy the chicken salad on its own, in a sandwich, over greens, or in a wrap for a light and delicious meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(875.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1129.8

Total Fat 37.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 417.8mg	0%
Sodium 2005.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g	0%
Total Sugars 20.4g
Protein 158.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 275.0mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 1936.9mg	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: 30.8%

Protein: 58.8%

Carbs: 10.4%