Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Basil Pesto Salad

How to Make Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Basil Pesto Salad

Enjoy a fresh take on chicken salad without breaking the bank. This diabetes-friendly dish is budget-friendly and a great option for lunch or a light dinner. Try pairing it with whole grain crackers to add some crunch to your meal.


15 min prep time


4servings


¾ cup chicken salad & 2 cups greens

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Step-By-Step Instructions:

  1. Juice the lemon into a small bowl with the shallot. Let sit for about 10 minutes.

  2. Combine the chicken and broccoli in a medium bowl.

  3. Add the pesto, mayo, salt, and pepper to the bowl with the shallot and lemon juice. Whisk to combine and pour into the bowl with the chicken and broccoli. 

  4. Serve the chicken salad over mixed greens and cherry tomatoes. 

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Nutrition facts

4 Servings



  • Serving Size

    ¾ cup chicken salad & 2 cups greens


  • Amount per serving



    Calories





    230

  • % Daily value*

  • Total Fat
    12g

    15%

    • Saturated Fat
      2g

      10%
    • Trans Fats
      0g

  • Cholesterol
    65mg

    22%

  • Sodium
    410mg

    18%

  • Total Carbohydrate
    7g

    3%

    • Dietary Fiber
      2g

      7%
    • Total Sugars
      3g
    • Added Sugars
      0g

      0%

  • Protein
    25g

  • Potassium
    616mg

    13%

Ingredients

Juice of small lemon
1 whole

shallots (minced)
1/2 med

cooked chicken (chopped)
2 cup

broccoli (chopped)
2 cup

pesto sauce
2 tbsp

reduced fat olive oil mayonnaise
1/4 cup

mixed greens
8 cup

salt
1/4 tsp

cherry tomatoes (halved)
1 cup