For the summertime, I love a classic chicken salad! It is a staple for lunch or to bring to a picnic! As someone who works out regularly and likes to pay attention to healthy eating, I found a twist to make classic chicken salad more macronutrient and ingredient friendly!
Ingredients:
- ½ cup plain greek yogurt
- ¼ tbsp avocado oil mayo or light mayo
- ½ tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tbsp dijon mustard
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 2 shredded chicken breast
- ¼ of a red onion, diced
- 1 stalk green onion, diced
- 1 stalk celery, diced
Other delicious add-in options:
- Finely diced herbs like dill, parsley, or basil
- Dried cranberries, raisins, or diced grapes for a sweet crunch
- Chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans
How to:
- Add greek yogurt, avocado oil mayo, lemon juice, dijon mustard, salt & pepper to a mixing bowl and whisk until smooth
- Add shredded chicken, red onion, green onion, celery and any other add-ins if using.
- Stir well so it’s all combined. Store in the fridge using an airtight container for 3-4 days!
This is one of my go-to lunches for the week because it’s quick and easy and can be added to anything! I love it on its own with some crackers, but you can also make it a sandwich, a wrap, or eat it with sliced veggies! This recipe has wonderful flavor, high in protein, has healthy fats, and low-carb! Enjoy!
-Ashley