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Deliciously Easy Keto Cranberry Chicken Salad for Guilt-Free Joy

Enjoy a festive Keto Cranberry Chicken Salad with only 4g of net carbs per serving, perfect for healthy holiday lunches.
Course Lunch
Cuisine American
Keyword Easy Salad Recipe, Festive Salad, Healthy Holiday Recipe, Keto Cranberry Chicken Salad, Low-Carb Salad, Meal Prep Salad
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients

For the Salad

  • 1 can Canned Chicken Breast Substitute with leftover turkey or tuna if desired.
  • 1 cup Celery Chopped for crunch and freshness.
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions Chopped for mild flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Mayo Use Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream Plain yogurt can be a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Mustard Powder Dijon mustard can replace for a bolder taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill Chopped; parsley can be used as an alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Dried Cranberries Fresh cranberries can be used in smaller amounts.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Nuts Walnuts, pecans, or sliced almonds; substitute seeds for nut allergies.
  • 1/4 cup Tomato Basil Goat Cheese Replace with feta or omit for dairy-free.
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavor enhancement.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for flavor enhancement.

For Serving

  • 2 cups Mixed Greens Serve as a base for the salad.
  • 4 wraps Keto-Friendly Wraps Perfect for lunch on the go.

Instructions

Preparation

  • In a large mixing bowl, add the canned chicken, chopped celery, green onions, mayo, sour cream, mustard powder, dill, dried cranberries, and your choice of nuts.
  • Stir everything together until well incorporated, creating a creamy and colorful mixture.
  • Crumble the tomato basil goat cheese on top just before serving.
  • Season with salt and pepper according to your taste.

Notes

Allow the salad to chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.