Chicken Salad with Lemon-Mustard Dressing

This salad is hearty and satisfying enough to serve as a main meal for lunch or dinner. The balance of protein, healthy fats, and vegetables makes it a complete dish. For additional carbs, you can serve it with a slice of whole-grain bread, crusty baguette to make the meal more substantial. This salad works well for meal prepping—the chicken, eggs, and dressing can be made in advance, and the salad can be quickly assembled when ready to eat.
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Chicken Salad with Lemon Mustard Dressing is a wholesome and vibrant dish. The combination of tender chicken, creamy egg, crisp bell pepper, and fresh greens creates a satisfying mix of flavours and textures, while the lemon mustard dressing brings everything together with a bright, zesty finish. It’s a light yet filling meal, perfect for a nutritious lunch or a light dinner, offering an excellent balance of protein, healthy fats, and vegetables that keep you full and energized.

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 10 mins Total Time 20 mins
Servings: 2 Calories: 452.32
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

The combination of chicken and eggs ensures a good dose of protein, making the salad very filling and great for muscle repair and energy. The lettuce, bell peppers, and green beans are all rich in fiber, vitamins (such as A, C, and K), and antioxidants, promoting overall health. The olive oil in the dressing provides beneficial monounsaturated fats, while the egg yolk adds some natural fats, making the salad balanced.

Ingredients

For the dressing:

Instructions

  1. Cook the green beans in the salted boiling water for 8-9 minutes then drain and let to cool down.

  1. Cook the eggs in salted boiling water to your liking.

  1. Mix all the ingredients for the dressing in the small bowl until it is all well combined.

  1. Next place all the ingredients for the salad, except cooked eggs, in the bowl and top with the dressing. Gently mix, divide between the plates, add the egg on top, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2


Amount Per Serving
Calories 452.32kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 29.98g47%
Total Carbohydrate 9.35g4%
Protein 35.43g71%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: salad, chicken, healthy, dinner, lunch, high-protein, healthy chicken salad,

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