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Healthy High-Protein 4th of July Chicken Salad Recipe with Greek Yogurt for Easy Summer Meals

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A light, protein-packed chicken salad made with Greek yogurt, crunchy celery, sweet grapes, and toasted almonds, perfect for summer meals and celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken recommended)
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
  • 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
  • 1 cup red grapes, halved
  • ½ cup toasted almonds, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill or parsley, finely chopped (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional)

Instructions

  1. Toast the almonds: Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped almonds and stir frequently for 3-5 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.
  2. Prepare the chicken: Use cooked chicken, shredded or diced into bite-sized pieces—approximately 3 cups. Remove skin if using rotisserie chicken for a leaner salad.
  3. Chop the veggies and fruit: Finely chop 2 celery stalks and halve 1 cup of red grapes. Chop 2 tablespoons of fresh dill or parsley.
  4. Make the dressing: In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon honey (optional), and salt and pepper to taste. Stir well until smooth.
  5. Toss the salad: Add the chicken, celery, grapes, and cooled toasted almonds to the bowl with the dressing. Gently fold everything together, making sure the grapes stay intact and the chicken is evenly coated.
  6. Adjust seasoning: Taste and add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed. Let the salad chill in the fridge for at least 20 minutes to meld flavors.

Notes

Use cold ingredients to keep the salad refreshing and prevent mushiness. Toast almonds carefully to avoid burning. Fold ingredients gently to keep grapes intact. The salad tastes better after chilling for 30 minutes. Store nuts separately to maintain crunch.

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Keywords: chicken salad, high protein, Greek yogurt, summer recipe, healthy salad, 4th of July, easy meals, low fat, gluten-free

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