Chicken Orzo Summer Salad

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat and calories while still providing creaminess.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: grilled tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are often less expensive and remain juicy.

black olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: canned olives

Canned olives are a budget-friendly option with similar flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a more economical choice for cooking.

Start by measuring 2 cups of mayonnaise into a large bowl.

Add 1 teaspoon of black pepper and 1 teaspoon of seasoned salt to the mayonnaise.

Pour in 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and mix to combine the dressing.

Rinse the cooked orzo under cold water after boiling and drain well.

Add 1 cup of chopped celery to the bowl with the dressing.

Chop and add 1 large seeded cucumber to the mixture.

Add 2 cups of halved grapes to the salad.

Incorporate 4 cups of chopped cooked chicken into the salad.

Mix in 1/4 cup of milk to thin out the dressing if needed.

Toast 1/2 cup of slivered almonds and add them for crunch.

Stir all ingredients together until well combined.

Cooking Techniques

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