Mediterranean Chicken and White Bean Salad

This refreshing salad starts with cooked chicken, white beans, cucumber, and onion with a splash of fresh lemon juice, oil and seasonings for a delicious combination. Try it with tuna and chopped tomatoes for variety.

Serves 4 · Protein Foods

contains meat

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Ingredients

Units: US Metric
  • 1 cup skinless cooked chicken (diced into 1/2 inch pieces)
  • 1 can 15.5 ounce low-sodium white beans (drained and rinsed with cold water)
  • 1 cucumber (peeled and diced into 1/2 inch pieces)
  • 1/4 red or white onion (peeled and chopped into 1/2 inch pieces)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil or parsley leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps

  1. Put everything in the bowl and gently toss.
  2. Serve right away, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories297
Protein20.0 g
Fat11.0 g
Carbs31.0 g
Fiber8.0 g
Sodium288 mg

Source

USDA MyPlate Kitchen — Public domain (U.S. government work)