High-Protein High-Protein Cranberry Chicken Salad
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Diet: High-Protein, Low-Carb
Ingredients
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- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
- 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup chopped celery
- 2 tbsp finely chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the plain Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice until the mixture is smooth and well-combined. This serves as your healthy, high-protein base.
- Add the shredded cooked chicken breast to the bowl. Use a large spoon or spatula to toss the chicken in the yogurt mixture until every piece is evenly coated.
- Fold in the dried cranberries, chopped celery, red onion, and slivered almonds. These ingredients add the characteristic crunch and sweetness that makes this salad so enjoyable.
- Taste the salad and add salt and pepper as needed. For the best flavor development, cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the dressing to soak into the chicken and the flavors to meld together.