Low Fat Chunky Chicken Salad

Light, flavorful, and packed with protein, this Low Fat Chunky Chicken Salad is a deliciously healthy twist on a classic favorite. Made with tender chunks of cooked chicken breast, crisp celery, and a hint of red onion, it’s tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing of non-fat Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice—perfectly seasoned with honey, salt, and black pepper. Optional almonds add a satisfying crunch, while fresh parsley brightens the dish with herbaceous notes. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this guilt-free, low-calorie chicken salad is perfect for meal prep, a light lunch, or a refreshing snack. Serve it over a bed of greens, on whole-grain bread, or enjoy it straight from the bowl for a wholesome, satisfying bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked chicken breast
• 2 stalks Celery
• 0.25 cup Red onion
• 0.5 cup Plain non-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons Almonds (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Dice the cooked chicken breast into bite-sized chunks and transfer it to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Finely chop the celery stalks, red onion, and parsley, then add them to the bowl with the chicken.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetables, and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 5

If using almonds, chop them roughly and sprinkle them into the salad for added crunch.

Step 6

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your liking.

Step 7

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, or serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(607.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	838.6

Total Fat 23.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 290.7mg	0%
Sodium 1864.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 20.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g	0%
Total Sugars 13.5g
Protein 128.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 267.4mg	0%
Iron 3.8mg	0%
Potassium 509.5mg	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: 26.1%

Protein: 64.0%

Carbs: 10.0%