Keto Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing

Ingredients

For the Salad

• 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
• 1/2 cup celery, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
• 1/4 cup unsweetened dried cranberries (or use less for fewer carbs)
• 1/3 cup pecans, roughly chopped
• 1 cup red grapes, halved (optional, or reduce quantity for stricter keto)

Poppy Seed Dressing

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise (sugar-free)
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1-2 tablespoons powdered erythritol or your preferred keto sweetener
• 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dressing:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sweetener, poppy seeds, salt, and pepper until smooth.
2. Assemble the Salad:
   • In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, celery, red onion, cranberries, pecans, and grapes (if using).
   • Pour the poppy seed dressing over the salad ingredients and toss until everything is evenly coated.
3. Serve:
   • Enjoy immediately, or chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. This salad can be served as-is or over a bed of mixed greens.

Nutritional Information (per serving, serves 4)

• Calories: ~320
• Protein: ~20g
• Fat: ~22g
• Net Carbs: ~6g (depending on the amount of grapes and cranberries used)