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Healthy No-Mayo Chicken Salad Lunchbox Scoops

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A creamy, tangy chicken salad made without mayonnaise, using Greek yogurt and avocado for a rich, satisfying texture. Perfect for meal prep and lunchboxes, it stays fresh for days and tastes even better after the flavors meld.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (about 1 pound)
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2%)
  • 1 medium ripe avocado
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1/2 cup finely diced celery
  • 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (flat-leaf Italian preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (optional, or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 1/4 cup toasted slivered almonds or chopped pecans (optional)
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries or chopped red grapes (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe avocado with the fresh lemon juice using a fork or potato masher until completely smooth and free of lumps.
  2. Add the Greek yogurt, salt, and black pepper to the mashed avocado. Stir until uniform and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  3. Add the shredded or diced cooked chicken to the bowl. Fold gently with a spatula until every piece is evenly coated, keeping some texture to the chicken.
  4. Fold in the diced celery, red onion, fresh parsley, and any optional add-ins (dill, nuts, dried cranberries or grapes) until evenly distributed.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Can be chilled up to overnight.
  6. After chilling, stir and taste again. Adjust seasoning if needed (add a pinch more salt or a squeeze of lemon). Serve cold or at room temperature.

Notes

For best texture, use cold ingredients. If making for lunchboxes, pack chicken salad separately from crackers or bread to prevent sogginess. The salad keeps in the fridge for up to 4 days. Do not freeze. To revive creaminess after storage, stir in a teaspoon of extra Greek yogurt or lemon juice.

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Keywords: chicken salad, no mayo, healthy lunch, meal prep, avocado, Greek yogurt, gluten-free, high protein

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