Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps: A High Protein Lunch from the Purifi Kitchen

When you are eating less, every meal needs to pull its weight. This chicken salad swaps mayo for Greek yogurt, so it is packed with protein, and it comes together in about 15 minutes with leftover or rotisserie chicken. Wrap it in crisp lettuce, and you have a filling lunch that keeps well for meal prep.

Ingredients

• 1 pound cooked chicken breast, chopped (about 3 cups)

• 3/4 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt

• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• 2 celery stalks, diced

• 1/2 cup red grapes, halved

• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or almonds

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or parsley

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• 1 head butter lettuce or romaine, leaves separated

Directions

1. In a large bowl, stir together the Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice.

2. Add the chicken, celery, grapes, nuts, and herbs. Stir until everything is coated.

3. Season with salt and pepper. Chill for 10 minutes if you have time.

4. Spoon into lettuce leaves and serve. Store leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition at a Glance

Makes 4 servings. Each serving has roughly 40 grams of protein and about 300 calories, depending on the chicken and nuts you use. These are approximate values.

Why We Love It

Protein at every meal is one of the simplest habits for anyone working on weight loss, especially on a GLP-1 when appetite is small. This one also brings crunch, fiber from the vegetables, and healthy fats from the nuts. For more tips on protein, whole foods, and strength training, visit our Weight Loss Nutrition and Exercise page. Come see us!

Nutrition values are approximate. This recipe is for general information and is not medical advice. If you are on a GLP-1 medication or have dietary restrictions, talk with your provider about what is right for you.

Written and reviewed by Johnathon Nolen, and Dr. Jeremy Nelson.