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Healthy Chicken Salad Recipe

Name: Unique and Healthy Chicken Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 2 boneless (skinless chicken breasts); 6 cups mixed greens (spinach, kale, arugula); 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved); 1 cucumber (sliced); 1 grapefruit (segmented); 1 orange (segmented); 1 avocado (sliced); 1/4 cup toasted almonds; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 lemon (juiced); Salt and pepper to taste

Gluten FreeHigh Protein

5 min · 1 serving · 330 cal

This healthy chicken salad is light, creamy, and loaded with crunchy vegetables and herbs — no mayo overload here. Made with Greek yogurt and fresh ingredients, it’s a protein-packed lunch that tastes bright and clean.

Unique and Healthy Chicken Salad

Enjoy a unique twist on the classic chicken salad with this nutrient-packed recipe. Featuring grilled chicken breast, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, citrus segments, avocado, and toasted almonds, all topped with a light lemon vinaigrette, this salad is as delicious as it is nutritious.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 10

Total Time 30

Course Main Course

Servings 4

Calories 336 kcal

Equipment

Grill or grill pan
Grill or grill pan
Small bowl
Small bowl

Ingredients

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
6 cups mixed greens spinach, kale, arugula
1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
1 cucumber sliced
1 grapefruit segmented
1 orange segmented
1 avocado sliced
1/4 cup toasted almonds
2 tbsp olive oil
1 lemon juiced
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Grill the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice into thin strips.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber slices.
Gently toss in the grapefruit and orange segments, being careful not to break them apart.
Add the avocado slices and toasted almonds to the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Add the grilled chicken slices to the salad.
Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the top.
Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
Serve the salad immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Keyword Citrus Chicken Salad, Healthy Chicken Salad, Nutritious Salad, Unique Chicken Salad

Pro Tip

Poach the chicken in seasoned broth instead of boiling in plain water. This infuses flavor deep into the meat. Let it cool in the broth for the juiciest, most flavorful chicken salad base.

Health Benefits

Swapping mayo for Greek yogurt transforms this classic into a high-protein, probiotic-rich meal.

Chicken Breast

Lean, high-protein meat that supports muscle maintenance with minimal fat
Rich in niacin and B6 for energy metabolism
Contains selenium for thyroid and immune health

Greek Yogurt

Provides creaminess plus live probiotics for gut health
Double the protein of regular yogurt
Rich in calcium for bone health

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Nutrition Facts

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Servings

Calories

353

kcal

18% DV

% Daily Value*

Total Fat

26.9g34%

Saturated Fat4.2g

Monounsaturated Fat15.8g

Polyunsaturated Fat4.8g

Total Carbohydrates

18.6g7%

Dietary Fiber6.8g

Total Sugars8.5g

Protein

13.9g28%

Sodium

43mg2%

Minerals

Potassium

649mg14% DV

Iron

1.72mg10% DV

Zinc

1.55mg14% DV

Phosphorus

190mg15% DV

Vitamins

Vitamin A

70.0mcg8% DV

Vitamin C

53.1mg59% DV

Vitamin B6

0.37mg22% DV

Vitamin D

0.05mcg0% DV

Vitamin E

6.1mg41% DV

Vitamin K

19.7mcg16% DV

B Vitamins

Thiamin (B1)

0.16mg13% DV

Riboflavin (B2)

0.29mg22% DV

Niacin (B3)

4.2mg26% DV

Folate (B9)

59mcg15% DV

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Serving Suggestions & Storage

How to Serve

Serve on a bed of mixed greens, scooped into an avocado half, or on toasted whole grain bread as a sandwich. Top with a handful of toasted almonds or walnuts for crunch.