Introducing the action-packed chicken salad, a versatile and nutritious dish. Combining protein-rich chicken with fresh ingredients, this recipe is an outstanding superfood. But here’s the kicker. You can enjoy it in many different ways. Spread it on whole grain crackers, layer it on toast, or top it off with apple slices for a juicy, low-carb meal.
Now, let’s talk about customization. You are the boss of the sauce here. You can switch out the ingredients based on your preferences and what you have in your kitchen. For example, you can replace apples with chopped pears, sliced grapes or even green peas. Instead of bell peppers, try different vegetables, such as diced celery or jicama. If you don’t like red onions, try adding chopped onions for a mild onion flavor. Choose pistachios, almonds, or walnuts instead of pecans. If it doesn’t suit you, you can omit the dill.
You can also make this chicken salad using leftovers or rotisserie chicken, or give it a seafood twist by substituting tuna, salmon, or shrimp.
With endless possibilities and lots of flavor, this healthy and hearty chicken salad may become one of your new favorite dishes.
- Preparation time
- total time
This recipe makes 4 cups
- • 2 heaping cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
- • 1/2 chopped apple with skin on (about 3/4 cup)
- • 1 small red or orange bell pepper, diced (about 3/4 cup)
- • 1/4 cup red onion (chopped)
- • 1/4 cup toasted pecans, chopped
- • 1/3 cup light mayonnaise
- • 1/3 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt or light sour cream
- • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice or Dijon mustard
- • 1 tablespoon chopped dill
- • 1/4 teaspoon salt
- • ground black pepper to taste
Add all ingredients to a large mixing bowl and mix until creamy. Season with salt and pepper. Enjoy a low-carb meal on whole grain crackers, toast, or apple slices.
You can get the most nutrition per cup.
Try our Wild Salmon and Chickpea Salad!
