Summer Harvest Chicken-Potato Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
46%
Summer Harvest Chicken-Potato Salad
30 min.
4
321kcal

Suggestions

Get ready to savor the flavors of summer with this delightful Summer Harvest Chicken-Potato Salad! It's a gluten-free side dish that's perfect for a sunny afternoon picnic or a light dinner. With a prep time of just 30 minutes, you'll be enjoying a delicious and healthy meal in no time. Each serving packs a punch with 321 calories, making it a satisfying choice for your next meal.
The star ingredients in this recipe are red potatoes and fresh green beans, which are cooked to perfection and combined with tender chicken breast and crunchy celery. The dressing is a delightful blend of fat-free yogurt, ranch dressing, and a hint of horseradish, adding a tangy and creamy twist. The salt and pepper bring out the flavors, creating a well-rounded taste experience.
This salad is not only delicious but also visually appealing. The vibrant colors of the potatoes, green beans, and salad greens will make your plate look like a work of art. The combination of textures, from the tender chicken to the crisp vegetables, will delight your taste buds with every bite. Whether you're serving it as a side dish or a light meal, this salad is sure to impress your family and friends.
So, if you're looking for a refreshing and healthy dish to celebrate the summer harvest, this chicken-potato salad is the perfect choice. It's easy to prepare, packed with flavor, and sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Enjoy the taste of summer with every bite!

Ingredients

  • lb potatoes - remove skin red cut into 3/4-inch cubes
  • 0.5 lb green beans fresh trimmed cut into 1-inch pieces ( 2 cups)
  • 0.5 cup yogurt plain fat-free
  • 0.3 cup ranch dressing fat-free
  • tablespoon horseradish prepared
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • Dash pepper 
  • cups chicken breast strips/pre-cooked/chopped cooked
  • 0.7 cup celery thinly sliced
  • serving the salad 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In 2-quart saucepan, heat 6 cups lightly salted water to boiling.
  2. Add potatoes; return to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes.
  3. Add green beans; cook uncovered 8 to 12 minutes longer or until potatoes and beans are crisp-tender.
  4. Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix yogurt, dressing, horseradish, salt and pepper; set aside.
  5. Drain potatoes and green beans; rinse with cold water to cool. In large serving bowl, mix potatoes, green beans, chicken and celery.
  6. Pour yogurt mixture over salad; toss gently to coat. Line plates with greens; spoon salad onto greens.

Nutrition Facts

Calories321kcal
Protein33.78%
Fat32.97%
Carbs33.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.25
Glycemic Load
1.3
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
19.823913061101%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.48mg
Luteolin
0.25mg
Kaempferol
0.29mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
2.35mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:321.42kcal
16.07%
Fat:11.8g
18.15%
Saturated Fat:2.21g
13.84%
Carbohydrates:26.78g
8.93%
Net Carbohydrates:22.92g
8.33%
Sugar:7.13g
7.92%
Cholesterol:65.31mg
21.77%
Sodium:456.56mg
19.85%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.2g
54.4%
Vitamin B3:11.49mg
57.45%
Vitamin K:59.76µg
56.92%
Vitamin B6:0.74mg
36.91%
Phosphorus:344.74mg
34.47%
Selenium:22.24µg
31.78%
Potassium:976.24mg
27.89%
Vitamin C:20.72mg
25.12%
Magnesium:70.25mg
17.56%
Manganese:0.34mg
17.23%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.38%
Fiber:3.86g
15.43%
Vitamin B5:1.53mg
15.33%
Folate:58.3µg
14.57%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
14.13%
Iron:2.34mg
13.02%
Copper:0.25mg
12.36%
Vitamin A:613IU
12.26%
Calcium:119.7mg
11.97%
Zinc:1.62mg
10.77%
Vitamin B12:0.46µg
7.65%
Vitamin E:0.92mg
6.15%