Chicken Jalapeño Salad

Introduction

About this Recipe

Say goodbye to bland and hello to a salad that’s anything but ordinary. Enjoy the benefits of ample protein and the delightful heat of jalapenos, all in a dish that supports your journey towards a healthier you.

In this recipe, we used pre-cooked chicken (smoked chicken breast to be precise) to show you that convenient can still be nutritious. 

Let’s show you how to make this flavourful chicken salad! 

chicken jalapeño salad

Yields:

5 ounces (3.5 x 5 inch dish)

Ready In:

15 minutes

Nutritional facts per 1/2 dish:

190 calories

15 g protein

11 g fat

7 g carbs

2 g fiber

 

 

Ingredients

  • 5 oz (150 g) smoked chicken
  • 1.5 oz (30 g) shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cucumber, diced
  • 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp jalapeños, coarsely chopped

For the dressing:

  • 2 tbsp low-fat mayonaise
  • 1 tbsp low-fat Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp vinegar
  • 1 tbsp parsley, coarsely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp garlic salt
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • Pepper to taste

Recipe Notes

  • For the dressing base you can choose to use just mayonaisse or yogurt as well. For a vegan variety, choose soy yogurt.
  • Experiment with different seasonings to switch up the flavor. 
  • Substitute the chicken for shredded tofu.

 

Step by Step Instructions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, add the chicken, carrots, cucumber and celery. Stir gently until well combined.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, add the mayonaise, yogurt, vinegar, parsley and seasoning. Whisk until well combined.

STEP 3

Add the dressing with the chicken mixture and toss until well combined

Step 4

Enjoy on toast on pita bread or with whole grain thin crisps.

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