Low Sodium Buffalo Chicken Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavorful Low Sodium Buffalo Chicken Salad, a heart-healthy twist on a classic favorite. Grilled, tender chicken breasts are brushed with a zesty garlic-seasoned olive oil, then tossed in tangy low sodium buffalo sauce for the perfect balance of heat without the excess salt. Paired with a crisp medley of romaine lettuce, shredded carrots, crunchy celery, and sweet red bell pepper, this salad bursts with fresh textures and colors. Creamy avocado, a sprinkle of low sodium blue cheese crumbles, and a drizzle of low sodium ranch or blue cheese dressing complete this satisfying dish, making it both indulgent and guilt-free. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a wholesome, low sodium meal perfect for lunch, dinner, or a crowd-pleasing party dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.25 cup low sodium buffalo sauce
• 4 cups romaine lettuce
• 1 cup carrots, shredded
• 1 cup celery, chopped
• 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 0.25 cup low sodium blue cheese crumbles
• 1 large avocado, diced
• 0.25 cup low sodium ranch or blue cheese dressing
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Flatten the chicken breasts a bit using a meat mallet to ensure even cooking.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix olive oil, fresh ground black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 4

Brush the chicken breasts with the olive oil mixture on both sides.

Step 5

Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink inside. Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

Step 6

Remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Dice the grilled chicken into bite-sized pieces and place in a medium bowl.

Step 8

Add the low sodium buffalo sauce to the chicken, gently tossing to coat.

Step 9

In a large salad bowl, combine romaine lettuce, shredded carrots, chopped celery, and diced red bell pepper.

Step 10

Top the salad with the buffalo chicken, diced avocado, and low sodium blue cheese crumbles.

Step 11

Drizzle the low sodium dressing over the salad.

Step 12

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 13

Serve immediately and enjoy the vibrant flavors of your Low Sodium Buffalo Chicken Salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1453.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1709.2

Total Fat 102.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 348.4mg	0%
Sodium 1236.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 67.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.8g	0%
Total Sugars 22.7g
Protein 133.9g	0%

Vitamin D 30.2IU	0%
Calcium 639.4mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 3808.1mg	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: 53.3%

Protein: 31.0%

Carbs: 15.7%