Here’s a great recipe for you, and it’s healthier than the usual one.  It’s a variation on classic chicken salad, the kind you may have had as a child, at a picnic, or from a delicatessen.  This one’s updated, and so low fat – you’ll enjoy it but not feel guilty or too full after.
Dr. Norris J. Chumley’s Lower-Fat Chicken Salad
Makes 2 servings
1 boneless, skinless breast of chicken, or a thigh and drumstick, cooked and diced
1 tablespoon fat-free sour cream, or non-fat mayonnaise
1 stalk celery, cubed and diced
2 tablespoons fresh onion, finely diced
10 seedless grapes, halved
a sprinkle of dill
a sprinkle of tarragon
a sprinkle of white (or black) pepper
Mix all ingredients in a small bowl. Making it ahead of time and letting the flavors merge makes it twice as tasty.  Serve on whole-grain crackers, or 1005 whole wheat toast.
I hope you enjoy it!  Wish I were there to join you for lunch!  We’ll have a “virtual” lunch together, instead.
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