A Health Expert Who Lost 230 Pounds Shares The Low-Calorie, High-Protein Chicken Salad Recipe She Ate While Losing Weight

Chicken salad is often seen as a healthy go-to, especially for those trying to lose weight—but not all versions are created equal. Traditional recipes can be loaded with mayo, calories, and unhealthy fats that work against your goals. The good news? With a few smart swaps and fresh ingredients, you can turn chicken salad into a lean, satisfying meal that supports weight loss without sacrificing flavor.

Samantha Milton, a wellness expert who lost over 230 pounds, recently shared her take on a healthier chicken salad recipe.

“I love chicken salad, but chicken salad is pretty high in calories because of the mayo,” she says. Her version she ate during her weight loss is low in calories and high in protein. Read on to get all the details!

Ingredients: cooked/canned shredded chicken breast, red onion, celery, pickles, boiled eggs, Greek yogurt, sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, mustard.

On a plate, she starts with shredded chicken breast, then adds chopped red onion, celery, pickles, and a boiled egg. Samantha mixes in two heaping spoonfuls of Greek yogurt along with sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and a touch of mustard.

Everything gets mixed together until well combined. She likes to enjoy it with multigrain crackers, using it like a dip for a crunchy, satisfying bite.