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Fresh Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad No Mayo Recipe Easy Healthy Lunch Idea

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A fresh, light, and healthy chicken salad made with Greek yogurt instead of mayo, featuring crisp veggies and sweet grapes for a satisfying lunch or light dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
  • 1 cup red grapes, halved
  • 1 small green apple, diced (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill or parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. If not using pre-cooked chicken, poach 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts in simmering water for about 15 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C). Let cool, then shred or chop into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Finely chop 2 celery stalks, halve 1 cup of red grapes, dice 1 small green apple, finely mince 2 tablespoons of red onion, and chop 2 tablespoons of fresh dill or parsley.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon honey (optional), and a pinch of salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chopped celery, grapes, apple, onion, and herbs. Pour over the yogurt dressing and gently fold everything together until evenly coated, being careful not to mash the grapes or apple.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld. Serve chilled on a bed of greens, with whole-grain bread, or stuffed inside a pita.

Notes

Use cold chicken to prevent the yogurt dressing from separating. Choose thick Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2%) for best creaminess. Fold gently to avoid mashing grapes and apple. Adjust salt slowly as Greek yogurt can amplify saltiness. If salad is too thick after chilling, stir in a splash of water or lemon juice to loosen.

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