Description
Indulge in a delicious and nutritious twist on traditional chicken salad with this Healthy Cranberry Chicken Salad. Perfectly balanced with tender shredded chicken, sweet dried cranberries, and crunchy pecans, this dish offers a delightful crunch complemented by the freshness of crisp celery and zesty red onion. Bound together with a light and tangy dressing made from Greek yogurt and mayonnaise, it’s a satisfying option whether you’re packing lunch or hosting a gathering. This salad is not only quick to prepare but also packs a punch of flavor in every bite. Refresh your meal routine with this vibrant salad that’s as healthy as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- 1/2 cup light mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together light mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add shredded chicken, cranberries, pecans, celery, red onion, and chives to the bowl.
- Gently fold all ingredients until evenly coated with dressing.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve chilled for the best taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 3/4 cup (100g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg