Not My Grandma's Chicken Salad

Elevate your lunch game with "Not My Grandma's Chicken Salad," a modern twist on the classic favorite that's bursting with fresh flavors and wholesome ingredients. This refreshing chicken salad swaps out heavy dressings for a tangy blend of Greek yogurt, a touch of mayonnaise, and a hint of Dijon mustard and honey for balance. Crunchy celery, crisp green apple, and toasted walnuts add unbeatable texture, while fresh parsley and dill bring herbal brightness to every bite. Lemon juice ties it all together with a zesty kick, making this a lighter yet satisfying option for sandwiches, wraps, or salads. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for meal prep, this recipe is proof that chicken salad can be both healthy and delicious. Perfect for fans of elevated comfort food, "Not My Grandma's Chicken Salad" is sure to become a go-to in your recipe rotation.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cooked chicken breast (shredded or diced)
• 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat)
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 cup Celery (chopped)
• 1 medium Green apple (diced)
• 2 tablespoons Red onion (finely diced)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh dill (chopped)
• 1 cup Walnuts (toasted and chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy.

Step 2

Add the shredded or diced chicken, chopped celery, diced green apple, red onion, parsley, and dill to the bowl.

Step 3

Gently fold the ingredients together until everything is evenly coated with the yogurt-mayo dressing.

Step 4

Stir in the toasted walnuts for a crunchy texture.

Step 5

Taste the chicken salad and adjust seasonings if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preference.

Step 6

Refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Serve chilled on a bed of fresh greens, in a sandwich, or with crackers for a light, refreshing meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1479.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2582.8

Total Fat 140.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 673.6mg	0%
Sodium 1984.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 41.4g
Protein 260.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 505.0mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 3328.3mg	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: 48.7%

Protein: 40.1%

Carbs: 11.1%