Light and Healthy Chicken Salad
A great mix of sweet, tangy, and crunchy. Eat it on crackers, in a lettuce wrap, or in your favorite sandwich.
Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
Total Time 10 minutes minutes
ServingsServings1
- 4 ounces cooked chicken breast about one cup diced or shredded
- ¼ cup finely diced celery
- 2 tablespoons sliced green onion
- ¼ cup diced apple choose a sweet, crisp apple
- 1 tablespoon light mayo or regular if you prefer
- 1 tablespoon light sour cream or Greek yogurt or regular if you prefer
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs optional, such as parsley, cilantro or tarragon
- ⅛ teaspoon curry powder
- ¼ teaspoon red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon toasted sliced almonds
- salt and pepper to taste
Combine all ingredients except almonds and stir to combine. If possible, chill for an hour or so before eating.
Before serving, mix in almonds.
Eat in a lettuce wrap, on whole grain bread, in a wrap, or in a pita.
Calories: 317kcal, Carbohydrates: 10g, Protein: 38g, Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 6g, Trans Fat: 0.01g, Cholesterol: 103mg, Sodium: 233mg, Potassium: 519mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 5g, Vitamin A: 543IU, Vitamin C: 8mg, Calcium: 80mg, Iron: 2mg
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Healthy Chicken Salad
Calories: 317kcal
Author: Sara Wells