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Lemon Basil Chicken Salad

Zesty Lemon Basil Chicken Salad You'll Crave Again and Again

This Lemon Basil Chicken Salad is a healthy, refreshing dish combining chicken, zesty lemon dressing, and aromatic herbs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded, rotisserie chicken is a quick option
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt acts as a creamy dressing base
  • ¼ cup fresh basil chopped, parsley can be used as a substitute
  • ½ cup celery chopped
  • 1 small red onion chopped, can use green onions for a milder taste
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup lemon juice from 1-2 lemons
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest to intensify lemon flavor
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch pepper
Optional Serving
  • 4 cups mixed greens for serving

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Whisk together until creamy.
  2. Shred the cooked chicken and add it to the bowl. Chop the fresh basil, celery, and red onion, then add these ingredients as well.
  3. Gently fold the ingredients together, ensuring everything is well-coated in the dressing.
  4. Serve the salad over mixed greens, in wraps, or chilled for 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Letting the salad chill for at least 30 minutes enhances the flavors. Always use fresh ingredients for the best taste.

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