Protein-Packed CURRY CHICKEN SALAD with Greek Yogurt | easy, healthy lunch idea!

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

curry powder

🥗Healthier: garam masala

💰Cheaper: turmeric + cumin

Garam masala offers a similar flavor profile with fewer spices.

almonds

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Sunflower seeds provide a nut-free crunch.

red onion

🥗Healthier: green onion

💰Cheaper: yellow onion

Green onions add a milder flavor.

Start with 2 cups of precooked chicken, either shredded or chopped, in a large mixing bowl.

Add 1/4 cup of finely diced celery to the bowl.

Add 1/4 cup of finely diced red onion to the bowl.

Add 2 tablespoons of raisins to the mixture, or substitute with dried cranberries if preferred.

Add 1/4 cup of chopped cashews, either raw or roasted, to the bowl.

Add a few tablespoons of fresh chopped cilantro, or substitute with parsley or mint if desired.

Set the mixture aside.

In a small spouted cup, combine 1/2 cup of plain Greek yogurt and 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt.

Add 1 clove of crushed garlic, 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt, and 1 1/2 tablespoons of curry powder to the yogurt.

Stir the dressing until well combined.

Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture and stir until everything is coated.

Serve the curry chicken salad on its own, on a sandwich, or with fresh veggies and crackers.

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