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!
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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