Creamy Greek Yogurt Broccoli Salad with Chicken
A crisp, high-protein salad featuring crunchy raw broccoli florets, tender grilled chicken, and toasted sunflower seeds in a creamy lemon-yogurt dressing. Satisfying, fresh, and completely free from gluten and added sugars.
Prep
10 min
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Total
10 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Kim + Lila
Kim created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Protein consistency
Make a nourishing habit easier
This is another practical opportunity to include protein and varied whole foods—small habits that are easier to repeat than a perfect diet.
Notice: protein across the day
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Prep
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Next: Prepare the raw broccoli by chopping it…
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Prepare the raw broccoli by chopping it…
Prepare the raw broccoli by chopping it into bite-sized florets. Place 1 cup (71g) of chopped broccoli florets into a large mixing bowl.
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Add 3 oz (85g) of cooked
Add 3 oz (85g) of cooked, diced grilled chicken breast, 2 tbsp (18g) of finely diced red onion, and 1 tbsp (9g) of raw sunflower seeds to the bowl.
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In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together 0.25 cup (57g) of plain whole milk Greek yogurt, 1 tsp (5ml) of fresh lemon juice, 0.5 tsp (2.5ml) of apple cider vinegar, and 0.5 tsp (2.5ml) of extra virgin olive oil until smooth and combined.
Look for: smooth and combined
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Pour the dressing over the broccoli and…
Pour the dressing over the broccoli and chicken mixture. Toss thoroughly with a spoon until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Look for: all ingredients are evenly coated
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Taste and season with a small pinch…
Taste and season with a small pinch of salt and black pepper if desired. Serve immediately at room temperature, or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to let the flavors blend.
Allow: 15 minutes
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