🥗 Healthy Ranch Chicken Salad

This salad is a perfect mix of lean protein, crunchy vegetables, and creamy ranch flavor—but made lighter and healthier. It’s filling without being heavy, and works great for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.

🧾 Ingredients

For the Salad:

• 2 cups cooked chicken breast (grilled or pan-seared, sliced)
• 4 cups mixed greens (romaine, spinach, or spring mix)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, sliced
• ½ cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or grilled)
• ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced

For the Healthy Ranch Dressing:

• ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp dried dill
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• 2–4 tbsp water or milk (to thin)

🔪 Instructions

1. Cook the chicken
   Season chicken with salt and pepper, then grill or pan-sear over medium heat until fully cooked. Let rest, then slice.
2. Prepare the dressing
   In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, dill, parsley, salt, and pepper.
   Add water or milk gradually until you reach your desired consistency.
3. Assemble the salad
   In a large bowl, combine greens, tomatoes, cucumber, corn, and red onion.
4. Add chicken
   Place sliced chicken on top.
5. Dress & serve
   Drizzle ranch dressing over the salad and toss lightly, or serve dressing on the side.

❓ Q&A

Q: How do I keep this salad low-carb?
A: Skip the corn or replace it with avocado for a keto-friendly version.

Q: Can I use store-bought ranch?
A: Yes, but homemade Greek yogurt ranch is lighter, higher in protein, and lower in calories.

Q: What other proteins can I use?
A: Try grilled shrimp, turkey, or even hard-boiled eggs.

Q: How long does the dressing last?
A: Store in the fridge for up to 5 days in an airtight container.

Q: Can I meal prep this?
A: Yes—store dressing separately and add just before eating to keep veggies crisp.

💡 Tips

• Grill the corn for extra smoky flavor
• Add avocado for healthy fats and creaminess
• Sprinkle with shredded cheese if you want a richer version.