Low Calorie Apple and Chicken Salad

You can keep the calorie count low with this delicious and easy-to-prepare salad by using low fat plain yogurt along with some olive oil mayonnaise. Traditional mayonnaise has about 100 calories per tablespoon. Hellman’s Olive Oil Mayonnaise has just 50 calories per tablespoon. Some people like to use fat free mayo but I don’t care for the taste. After all, we do need some fat in our diets and when it’s not overdone it contributes to the flavor of a prepared dish!

Additional flavor comes from healthy but tasty ingredients including fresh lemon juice, celery, apple, raisins, and curry powder. If you have some leftover chicken from a previous meal this salad can be prepared in minutes.

Serves 4 (1 cup servings) as a main dish or

Serves 8 (1/2 cup servings) for sandwiches

Ingredients:

1/4 cup plain low fat yogurt
1/4 cup Hellman’s Olive Oil Mayonnaise
1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice (whenever possible fresh is best!)
1 tsp. curry powder
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast (light meat has less fat and calories than dark)
3/4 cup sliced celery
1/4 cup raisins
1 medium diced apple (leave on the skin for extra fiber and other nutrients)

1. Mix low fat plain yogurt, olive oil mayonnaise, lemon juice, and curry powder in a medium bowl.

2. Add chicken, celery, raisins, and apple. Stir to mix.

3. Serve on a bed of mixed salad greens along with a fruit or vegetable side dish for a satisfying low calorie lunch or dinner or add a scoop to whole grain bread for a quick sandwich.

Variations:
Try using craisins instead of raisins.
Instead of curry powder, season to taste with a little salt and some pepper.

1 cup = 212 calories

1/2 cup = 106 calories

Enjoy!