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Macro-Friendly Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad (High Protein)

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265

calories

28.7g

protein

11.4g

carbs

10.7g

fat

20 min

total

Our Macro-Friendly Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad is the perfect combination of sweet and savory. Plus, it contains 29g of protein per serving and only 265 calories thanks to a few simple, higher-protein swaps! This recipe will easily become your new summer lunch favorite!

Macros & Nutrition Information

Serving Size: ⅙ of recipe (~1 cup)

MacrosNutrition
Calories265
Protein28.7g
Carbs11.4g
Fat10.7g

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Macro Friendly Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad

Dinner · Lunch · Serves 6

Macro Friendly Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad

5.0 from 1 rating

With 29g of protein and only 265 calories per serving, our sweet and savory Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad is the perfect macro-balanced lunch option!

265 calories
28.7g protein
11.4g carbs
10.7g fat

10.8g protein per 100 cal

Prep
20 mins
Total
20 mins

Ingredients

Equipment

  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk or fork
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Small bowl
  • Mixing spoon or whisk for dressing
  • Salad serving bowl or plate

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, honey, salt, and pepper. Whisk or stir well until the dressing is smooth and well combined.

  2. Add the diced cooked chicken, celery, red grapes, almond slivers, and green onions to the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss everything together until the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.

  3. Adjust the seasoning to taste with salt and pepper, if needed.

  4. Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

  5. Once chilled, give the salad a final gentle toss before serving.

  6. Serve the Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad on a bed of fresh greens, as a sandwich filling, or with whole grain bread or crackers.

Tami’s notes

  • Feel free to customize this Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad to suit your preferences. Add additional ingredients like diced apples, dried cranberries, or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor and variety.
  • Nutrition information may vary depending on brands and ingredients used.

Nutrition

Per serving: Calories 265kcalProtein 28.7gCarbs 11.4gFat 10.7g

Nutrition is an estimate and will vary with the brands and amounts you use.

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