Heart-Healthy Sonoma Chicken Salad

Elevate your lunchtime routine with this Heart-Healthy Sonoma Chicken Salad, a nutritious twist on a classic favorite. Packed with tender shredded chicken breast, sweet bursts of red grapes, crunchy celery, and a sprinkling of chopped almonds, this flavorful salad is as wholesome as it is satisfying. The creamy dressing, made with nonfat Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of honey, swaps out heavy mayo for a lighter, heart-smart alternative without sacrificing taste. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s perfect for meal prep and can be served on its own, in crisp lettuce wraps, or atop a bed of mixed greens. Whether you're seeking a quick lunch or a nutritious dish to share, this vibrant chicken salad will quickly become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
• 1 cup Red grapes, halved
• 1 cup Celery, finely chopped
• 2 Green onions, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup Raw almonds, roughly chopped
• 0.5 cup Plain nonfat Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.125 teaspoon Salt (optional or to taste)

Directions

Step 1

In a small mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt (if using). Set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded or diced cooked chicken breast, red grapes, celery, green onions, and almonds.

Step 3

Pour the prepared dressing over the chicken mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 4

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If you prefer a sweeter flavor, add a touch more honey. For more tanginess, increase the lemon juice slightly.

Step 5

Cover and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Serve the salad on its own, with whole-grain crackers, as a filling for lettuce wraps, or on top of mixed greens for a complete heart-healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(999.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1257.3

Total Fat 38.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 411.7mg	0%
Sodium 1142.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g	0%
Total Sugars 38.2g
Protein 167.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 393.4mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 2436.6mg	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: 28.3%

Protein: 54.3%

Carbs: 17.4%