Zero Point Chicken salad
Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded (skinless, boneless)
  • 1/4 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon mustard (yellow or Dijon)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (fresh or bottled)
  • 1/4 cup celery, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup cucumber, finely diced (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Garlic powder or onion powder (optional, for extra flavor)
  • Paprika (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

  1. Shred the chicken: If you haven’t already cooked the chicken, grill or bake the chicken breast until cooked through. Shred it using two forks or chop it into small bite-sized pieces.
  2. Mix the dressing: In a bowl, combine the non-fat Greek yogurt, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth. You can add garlic powder or onion powder for extra flavor if desired.
  3. Combine the chicken and veggies: Add the shredded chicken, celery, red onion, cucumber, and parsley to the bowl with the dressing. Mix everything until well combined.
  4. Chill and serve: For best results, refrigerate the chicken salad for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve on lettuce wraps, in a sandwich, or as a dip with veggies.
  5. Optional garnish: Sprinkle with paprika for a pop of color and a little extra flavor if desired.

Nutritional Information (per serving, assuming 4 servings):

  • Calories: ~120
  • Protein: ~22g
  • Carbs: ~4g
  • Fat: ~1g
  • Weight Watchers Points: 0 points per serving (depends on serving size and optional add-ins)

Tips:

  • Add-ins: You can customize the salad by adding ingredients like chopped apples, grapes, or dried cranberries (which would add points), or more herbs and spices to suit your taste.
  • Make it creamy: If you prefer a creamier texture, you can add a little more non-fat Greek yogurt or even a splash of fat-free ranch or blue cheese dressing (but this may add points depending on the dressing used).
  • Wrap it up: This chicken salad is perfect in lettuce wraps, or you can enjoy it as a dip with veggies like celery, cucumbers, or bell peppers for a crunchy snack.

Benefits:

  • High in Protein: The chicken and Greek yogurt make this salad a great source of lean protein, which helps with muscle maintenance and satiety.
  • Low in Calories: The ingredients are naturally low-calorie, making this a filling meal without using up your points.
  • Customizable: You can easily adjust the ingredients to fit your flavor preferences while keeping it low in points.

Enjoy this refreshing and healthy zero-point chicken salad that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare