Description
This Healthy Green Goddess Chicken Salad is a delicious and nutritious high-protein dish perfect for a light lunch or meal prep. The creamy Green Goddess dressing adds a burst of flavor to the tender chicken and crisp vegetables.
Ingredients
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Green Goddess Dressing:
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Salad:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped or shredded
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup finely chopped cucumber
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
Instructions
- Prepare Green Goddess Dressing: In a food processor or blender, combine Greek yogurt, avocado, parsley, basil, chives, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble Salad: In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, celery, cucumber, and green onion. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss to coat.
- Chill and Serve: Chill the salad in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy in lettuce wraps, on toast, in a sandwich, or over greens.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled chicken for convenience.
- Add diced hard-boiled eggs or chickpeas for extra protein and texture.
- This salad can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg