Description
This Keto-friendly Lemon Herb Chicken Salad combines tender shredded chicken breast with fresh celery, red onion, and parsley, all tossed in a zesty lemon and Dijon mustard dressing. It’s a light, refreshing, and nutritious salad perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Salad
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1/2 cup celery, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced celery, red onion, and chopped fresh parsley to form the base of the salad.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until the dressing is smooth and well blended.
- Toss Salad: Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Serve or Chill: Serve the salad immediately for best freshness, or refrigerate for later use to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- This salad is best served chilled but can be eaten immediately after preparation.
- For added texture and flavor, consider adding chopped nuts or avocado.
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for optimal zestiness.
- Great for keto and low-carb diets due to its high protein and low carbohydrate content.
