A light, protein-packed dish that’s perfect for a refreshing lunch or dinner. This Low-Calorie Chicken Salad combines creamy Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, crunchy vegetables, and savory chicken for a satisfying, nutrient-rich meal.
Ingredients:
- 1 (6 ounce) container fat-free Greek yogurt (such as Fage®)
- ½ cup low-fat cottage cheese
- ½ cup chopped celery
- ½ cup diced apple
- ¼ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Craisins®)
- 2 tablespoons chopped onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped pecans
- ½ tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 ¼ cups cubed, cooked chicken
- Salt and ground black pepper to taste
Directions:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the fat-free Greek yogurt and low-fat cottage cheese. Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Add the chopped celery, diced apple, dried cranberries, chopped onion, and chopped pecans to the bowl. Mix well.
- Gently fold in the cubed chicken and Dijon mustard, ensuring everything is evenly distributed.
- Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy your Low-Calorie Chicken Salad!
Nutrition (per serving):
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Fat: 10g (mostly healthy fats from pecans)
- Sugar: 12g
Prep Time: 15 minutes
This Low-Calorie Chicken Salad is packed with lean protein, healthy fats, and a blend of savory and sweet flavors. Perfect for meal prep or a light, satisfying lunch!
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