Low Sodium Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad

Bright, tangy, and irresistibly creamy, this Low Sodium Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad is a heart-healthy twist on a classic favorite! Packed with tender bites of poached chicken, sweet bursts of dried cranberries, and the rich crunch of chopped walnuts, this recipe delivers on both flavor and nutrition without the excess sodium. A creamy, wholesome dressing made from low-sodium Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey ties it all together, while crisp celery and red onion add a satisfying crunch. Perfectly served over a bed of fresh mixed greens, this salad is a light yet satisfying meal that's ideal for lunch, brunch, or even meal prep. Ready in just 35 minutes and packed with nutrient-dense ingredients, this is the ultimate guilt-free indulgence for anyone seeking a low-sodium lifestyle!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup Walnuts, chopped
• 0.5 cup Celery, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt, plain and low sodium
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise, low sodium or salt-free
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice, fresh
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, low sodium
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 4 cups Mixed greens or lettuce

Directions

Step 1

Fill a medium-sized pot with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium and add the chicken breasts.

Step 2

Cook the chicken breasts for about 12-15 minutes or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Drain and let them cool slightly.

Step 3

While the chicken is cooling, in a large mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, low sodium mayonnaise, honey, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Mix well until smooth to form the dressing.

Step 4

Once cooled, cube the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.

Step 5

Add the chopped chicken, dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, celery, and red onion to the dressing in the bowl.

Step 6

Gently toss all ingredients together until the chicken and other ingredients are well coated with the dressing.

Step 7

Season with ground black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Serve the chicken salad on a bed of mixed greens or lettuce, or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1156.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1834.9

Total Fat 94.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 323.4mg	0%
Sodium 527.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 107.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.4g	0%
Total Sugars 75.4g
Protein 141.6g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 541.5mg	0%
Iron 12.4mg	0%
Potassium 2603.5mg	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: 46.2%

Protein: 30.7%

Carbs: 23.2%