Crunchy Kale and Chicken Salad
This Crunchy Kale and Chicken Salad delivers 44g protein and 672 calories per serving — a complete meal, not a side dish. Quick prep yields 4 servings, making lunch stops unnecessary. Built for lifters who need whole meals ready, not just protein add-ons.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Grilled(360g)
- •Kale(1440g)
- •Celery(240g)
- •Almonds(80g)
- •Raisins, Seedless(80g)
- •Mayonnaise, Regular(120g)
- •Vinegar, Apple Cider(45g)
- •Honey(23g)
- •Mustard, Dijon(8g)
Dijon mustard — Grey Poupon or store brand. Spicier than yellow mustard.
- •1/4 tsp salt ($0.02)
- •1/4 Tsp Black Pepper (Freshly Cracked, $0.02)
Instructions
- 1Chop the cooked chicken into small, bite-sized pieces. Clean the celery and chop into similar small bite-sized pieces.
- 2Remove the kale from the stems, tear it into 1-2 inch pieces, rinse well in a colander, and drain well.
- 3To make the dressing, whisk together the mayonnaise, vinegar, honey, Dijon, salt, and pepper.
- 4To build the salad, start with a base of kale, top with the chopped chicken and celery, almonds, and raisins. Drizzle the dressing over top, toss until everything is coated, then enjoy.
Nutrition — Per Serving
672
calories
44g
protein
41g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 43g
- Saturated fat
- 5.8g
- Sodium
- 506 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 18.8g
4 servings per batch · ~599g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Crunchy Kale and Chicken Salad have per serving?
Each serving contains 44g of protein with 672 calories, 41g fat, and 43g carbs. The higher calorie density comes from the olive oil-based dressing and chicken thighs, making this a calorie-dense protein option.
How long does Crunchy Kale and Chicken Salad take to prep?
Quick prep time with 4 servings per batch allows you to portion salad components and dressing separately for maximum freshness throughout the week. Assembly takes minutes when components are pre-prepped.
Is Crunchy Kale and Chicken Salad good for muscle gain?
At 44g protein and 672 calories per serving, this recipe supports muscle gain phases where caloric surplus is the priority. The balanced macros with healthy fats from dressing make this suitable for strength training nutrition.
