Chicken & Chickpea Salad with Yogurt Dressing

This no-cook CHICKEN & CHICKPEA SALAD WITH YOGURT DRESSING is light and refreshing! The creamy yogurt dressing and crisp veggies make it perfect for a hot summer day. And let’s not forget the chicken and chickpeas adding in that protein!

SALAD INGREDIENTS

2 1/2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (I use rotisserie)

1 (15oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

1 cup cucumber, diced

1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced

1/2 cup celery, diced

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

1/2 tsp dried dill

1/2 tsp dried oregano

DRESSING INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup dairy-free Greek yogurt

1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 Tbsp fresh garlic, minced

1 tsp Dijon mustard

1/2 tsp salt, more to taste

1/2 tsp black pepper, more to taste

HOW TO MAKE

-In a large bowl, combine chicken, chickpeas, cucumber, red bell pepper, celery, parsley, dill, and oregano.

-In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.

-Pour dressing over the chicken and chickpea mixture. Toss gently to coat.

-Chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to let flavors meld.

-Serve cold over lettuce, on a sandwich, in a pita, or with crackers and vegetables.