Light Lemon-Dijon Chicken Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
34%
Light Lemon-Dijon Chicken Salad
20 min.
4
239kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and satisfying meal that’s both delicious and gluten-free? Look no further than this Light Lemon-Dijon Chicken Salad! Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any time you crave a light yet filling dish, this salad combines the zesty flavors of lemon and Dijon mustard with tender shredded chicken and crisp romaine lettuce.

In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a vibrant salad that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also keeps your calorie count in check at just 239 kcal per serving. The creamy dressing, made with reduced-fat mayonnaise, lemon juice, and a hint of garlic, adds a delightful tang that perfectly complements the savory chicken and sun-dried tomatoes. Plus, the addition of hard-cooked eggs and Parmesan cheese elevates this dish, making it a wholesome meal that’s packed with protein and flavor.

Whether you’re preparing a quick weeknight dinner or a light lunch to enjoy on a sunny day, this salad is sure to impress. With its colorful presentation and a balance of textures, it’s not just a meal; it’s an experience. So grab your whisk and bowl, and let’s get started on creating a dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup salad dressing reduced-fat
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • teaspoons dijon mustard 
  • clove garlic finely chopped
  • cups the of 1 cos lettuce shredded
  • cups chicken shredded cooked
  • 0.3 cup sun-dried tomatoes drained sliced in oil
  •  hardboiled eggs chopped
  • tablespoons spring onion sliced
  • 0.3 cup parmesan shredded

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. In small bowl, beat all dressing ingredients with wire whisk until well blended.
  2. On individual serving plates, arrange lettuce, chicken, tomatoes and egg. Spoon dressing over top.
  3. Sprinkle with onions and cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories239kcal
Protein38.01%
Fat52.07%
Carbs9.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.25
Glycemic Load
0.18
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
18.192174025204%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.4mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:238.76kcal
11.94%
Fat:13.74g
21.13%
Saturated Fat:3.61g
22.57%
Carbohydrates:5.88g
1.96%
Net Carbohydrates:4.26g
1.55%
Sugar:1.68g
1.87%
Cholesterol:108.63mg
36.21%
Sodium:313.3mg
13.62%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.57g
45.13%
Vitamin A:4384.58IU
87.69%
Vitamin K:77.84µg
74.14%
Selenium:23.85µg
34.08%
Vitamin B3:5.98mg
29.9%
Phosphorus:237.19mg
23.72%
Folate:78.56µg
19.64%
Vitamin B6:0.38mg
19.04%
Vitamin C:12.63mg
15.31%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.8%
Potassium:436.05mg
12.46%
Calcium:113.83mg
11.38%
Zinc:1.57mg
10.46%
Iron:1.82mg
10.11%
Vitamin B5:1.01mg
10.07%
Magnesium:33.29mg
8.32%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.5%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.39%
Vitamin B12:0.42µg
6.95%
Fiber:1.62g
6.5%
Copper:0.11mg
5.32%
Vitamin D:0.31µg
2.04%
Vitamin E:0.24mg
1.6%