Low Sodium Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwich
Indulge in the perfect balance of flavor and nutrition with this Low Sodium Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwich recipe! Crafted with tender cooked chicken breast, creamy plain Greek yogurt, and a dash of Dijon mustard, this healthier twist on a classic is bursting with fresh ingredients like crisp celery, juicy red grapes, and fragrant dill. The addition of unsalted slivered almonds adds a satisfying crunch without the extra sodium, making it an ideal choice for those seeking heart-friendly meal options. Nestled between buttery, flaky croissants and a crunchy bed of lettuce, this chicken salad is both refreshing and satisfying. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s perfect for a quick lunch, elegant picnic, or light dinner. Treat yourself to this delightful combination of texture and taste that's crowd-pleasing yet health-conscious!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast
- 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 Celery stalks, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup Red grapes, halved
- 0.25 cup Unsalted slivered almonds
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 Lettuce leaves
- 4 Croissants
Directions
Step 1
Begin by shredding or dicing the cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the plain Greek yogurt and Dijon mustard. Mix these well until you have a smooth dressing base.
Step 3
Add the finely chopped celery, halved red grapes, and unsalted slivered almonds to the bowl.
Step 4
Sprinkle in the fresh dill and black pepper, and then add the lemon juice to the mixture. Stir all the ingredients together until evenly coated with the yogurt-mustard dressing.
Step 5
Gently fold in the shredded or diced chicken pieces into the salad mixture, ensuring even distribution of all ingredients.
Step 6
Cut the croissants in half horizontally to create a top and bottom part.
Step 7
Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each croissant and scoop a generous portion of the chicken salad mixture on top of the lettuce.
Step 8
Top each sandwich with the other half of the croissant.
Step 9
Serve immediately or wrap tightly and refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1031.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1848.1 |
| Total Fat 84.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 30.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 299.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1373.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 125.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 57.3g | |
| Protein 143.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 355.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1123.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories