No-Mayo Chicken Salad with Yogurt, Lemon, and Almonds Recipe
A refreshing and healthy Chicken Salad without mayonnaise, using a tangy yogurt-based dressing combined with lemon juice, olive oil, and Dijon mustard. This recipe mixes shredded cooked chicken breast with crunchy celery, green onions, raisins, and oven-roasted almonds for a nutritious and flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Dressing
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Salad Mix-ins
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons raisins
- 2 tablespoons oven-roasted sliced almonds
Instructions
- Whisk the dressing: In a large bowl, thoroughly whisk together the plain yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, grated lemon zest, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper to create a creamy, tangy dressing without mayonnaise.
- Add the mix-ins: To the bowl with the dressing, add the shredded cooked chicken breast, chopped celery, chopped green onions, fresh parsley, raisins, and oven-roasted sliced almonds. Stir gently but thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Chill and serve: Cover the bowl with storage wrap and refrigerate the chicken salad for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld, though you can serve immediately if preferred. This chilling step enhances the taste but is optional.
Notes
- You can substitute plain yogurt with Greek yogurt for a thicker texture and higher protein content.
- Add more cayenne or black pepper if you prefer a spicier profile.
- Oven-roasted almonds add a nice crunch, but you can toast them lightly at home if unavailable.
- This salad works great as a sandwich filling, on top of greens, or eaten on its own.
- Keep leftovers covered and refrigerated; consume within 2-3 days for best freshness.
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