Chicken Salad

This Low Carb American Chicken Salad is a refreshing and protein-packed dish, perfect for a light lunch or dinner. With a blend of tender chicken, crunchy vegetables, and a creamy dressing, it offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

• Cooked chicken breast, shredded - 200 grams
• Celery, diced - 50 grams
• Red bell pepper, diced - 50 grams
• Green onion, sliced - 30 grams
• Mayonnaise - 3 tablespoons
• Greek yogurt - 1 tablespoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Dijon mustard - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced celery, red bell pepper, and green onion.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
3. Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture and toss until well combined.
4. Garnish with chopped parsley and adjust seasoning if necessary.
5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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