Healthy Chicken Salad with Greek Yogurt and Fresh Fruit Recipe
A healthy and refreshing Chicken Salad without mayonnaise, combining tender cooked chicken with creamy Greek yogurt, crunchy celery, sweet grapes, and savory onion. Perfect for a light lunch or snack, this salad offers a flavorful twist with simple seasoning and a chilled finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup grapes, halved
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Ensure all ingredients are prepared by shredding the cooked chicken, finely chopping the celery and onion, and halving the grapes. This creates a nice mix of textures in the salad.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked chicken, Greek yogurt, celery, onion, and grapes. Sprinkle the salt, black pepper, and garlic powder evenly over the mixture.
- Mix Thoroughly: Gently stir all ingredients together until the Greek yogurt coats everything evenly, creating a creamy consistency without using mayonnaise.
- Chill the Salad: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid, and place it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Chilling allows the flavors to meld and the salad to cool, making it more refreshing and tasty when served.
- Serve: Once chilled, give the salad a final gentle stir and serve cold. Enjoy as a sandwich filling, on a bed of greens, or with crackers.
Notes
- Use cooked chicken leftover from a roast or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Substitute grapes with diced apples or dried cranberries for a different sweetness.
- Greek yogurt provides creaminess and protein while keeping this salad lighter than traditional mayonnaise-based versions.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste; add fresh herbs like dill or parsley for extra flavor.
- Can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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