Low Sodium Sonoma Chicken Salad

Elevate your lunchtime routine with this vibrant Low Sodium Sonoma Chicken Salad, a heart-healthy twist on a classic favorite. Packed with tender shredded chicken breast, juicy red grapes, crisp celery, and sweet apple, this recipe balances flavor and texture in every bite. Crunchy unsalted walnuts and a creamy, tangy dressing made from Greek yogurt, low sodium Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey create a guilt-free indulgence that’s full of protein and natural goodness. Finished with fresh parsley and a hint of lemon juice, this salad is perfect served chilled on romaine lettuce leaves, in a whole-grain wrap, or as a sandwich filling. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy chicken salad delivers wholesome flavor without the extra sodium, making it an ideal choice for healthy meal prep or a light, refreshing lunch.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked, shredded chicken breast (unsalted)
• 1 cup Red grapes, halved
• 1 cup Diced celery
• 1 medium Chopped apple (e.g., Fuji or Honeycrisp)
• 0.333 cup Chopped unsalted walnuts
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (unsalted, plain, low-fat)
• 1 tablespoon Low sodium Dijon mustard
• 2 teaspoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 leaves Romaine lettuce leaves (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, halved grapes, diced celery, chopped apple, and chopped walnuts.

Step 2

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, low sodium Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, honey, and ground black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and gently stir to coat all the ingredients evenly. Be careful not to crush the grapes or apples.

Step 4

Stir in the chopped fresh parsley for a burst of flavor and color.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, keeping in mind the low sodium aspect of the recipe.

Step 6

Serve the salad chilled on a bed of romaine lettuce leaves or as a sandwich filling in whole-grain bread or wraps.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1243.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1415.6

Total Fat 46.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 413.6mg	0%
Sodium 550.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 58.1g
Protein 163.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 313.4mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 2653.3mg	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: 30.2%

Protein: 46.8%

Carbs: 22.9%