Mediterranean chicken salad – 2 points on Weight Watchers
Introduction: Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing Mediterranean Chicken Salad – a savory creation meticulously crafted to align seamlessly with the Weight Watchers Freestyle program. Packed with vibrant flavors and nutritious ingredients, this recipe offers a guilt-free dining experience that tantalizes the taste buds and supports your wellness goals.
Ingredients:
- 12.5 oz can of 98% fat-free chicken breast (ensure it is breast and at least 98% fat-free for optimal points)
- 2 tbsp of olive oil mayo or reduced-fat mayo
- 1 cup of fat-free, plain, Greek yogurt (quantity may vary, refer to directions)
- Juice of half a lemon
- 15-20 grapes, halved
- 1 rib of celery, diced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 clove of fresh minced garlic or 1 tsp of garlic powder
- ½ tsp celery seed
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp ground pepper
Directions:
- In a medium bowl with a secure lid, combine chicken breast, mayo, grapes, celery, and all spices.
- Add approximately half of the yogurt and lemon juice. For convenience, squeeze the lemon juice directly into the bowl using a small strainer to catch seeds.
- Stir until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated, shredding the chicken as needed. Gradually add more yogurt until the desired consistency, aiming for approximately 1 cup.
Serving Suggestions: This delectable Mediterranean Chicken Salad, with each serving worth 2 points on the Weight Watchers Freestyle program, opens the door to a variety of delightful pairings. Consider enjoying it with:
- Pretzel slims (3pts/oz)
- Low-point wraps (such as Aldi Fit & Active wraps for 2pts)
- Low-point bread (1-2pts/slice depending on the bread)
- Atop a refreshing salad
- Accompanied by baby carrots (0 pts)
- Alongside celery sticks (0 pts)
- Over sliced cucumbers (0 pts)
Health-Conscious Choices: For those opting for a lighter version, choose olive oil or reduced-fat mayo to maintain the 2-point value. However, should you prefer regular mayo, be mindful that each serving will be 3 points.
Incorporate this savory delight into your meal plan, savoring a burst of Mediterranean flavors while staying on track with your wellness journey. It’s not just a meal; it’s a culinary experience designed with your health and taste buds in mind. Elevate your dining routine with this wholesome, points-friendly recipe that effortlessly combines convenience and nutrition.
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Ingredients:
12.5 oz can of 98% fat free chicken breast (must be breast! And at least 98% FF or it has points!)
2 tbsp of olive oil mayo or reduced fat mayo
1 cup of fat free, plain, Greek yogurt (approximately, see directions)
Juice of half a lemon
15-20 grapes cut in half
1 rib of celery diced
1 tsp salt
1 clove of fresh minced garlic or 1 tsp of garlic powder
½ tsp of celery seed
½ tsp cumin
½ tsp of ground pepper
Directions:
In a medium bowl with a lid, put chicken breast, mayo, grapes, celery and all spices. Add about half of the yogurt (or a big spoonful) and the juice from the lemon. I suggest squeezing the lemon juice directly into the bowl using a small strainer to catch seeds. Stir until all ingredients incorporated, shredding the chunk chicken and adding more yogurt until it reaches desired consistency, approximately 1 cup.
The recipe makes two servings of a little more than 1 cup each, each serving is 2 points on Weight Watchers Freestyle program. Or the whole recipe is 3 points. If you use regular mayo instead of the suggested olive oil/reduced fat, each serving is 3 points.
So what are you gonna eat it with? Here are some ideas!
- Pretzel slims (3pts/oz)
- In a low point wrap (I like Aldi fit & active wraps for 2pts)
- On low point bread (1-2pts/slice depending on the bread)
- On top of a salad
- With baby carrots (0 pts)
- With celery sticks (0 pts)
- On top of sliced cucumbers (0 pts)