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Rich in protein, creamy and satisfying salad
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Chicken salad with mayonnaise (120 g) has 216 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.8 g of carbs, 16.2 g of protein, 15 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 3.8 mg of B3 covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 100 g
180
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
3.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
13.5g
· 27% DV
Fat
12.5g
· 16% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 7% · Protein 30% · Fat 63%
Vitamins
B3
3.2mg · 20% DV
B5
0.8mg · 16% DV
B6
0.22mg · 13% DV
B12
0.3µg · 13% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
110mg · 16% DV
Sodium
320mg · 14% DV
Selenium
7µg · 13% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 180 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 23.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (23.3:1).
If homemade, it usually keeps safely for up to 2 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It should not sit out for long because both chicken and mayonnaise-based mixtures spoil easily.
It can be frozen, but the texture often suffers because mayonnaise may separate after thawing. For the best consistency, it is usually better eaten fresh.
It can work after training because it provides protein from chicken. Pairing it with a carbohydrate source such as whole-grain bread or potatoes can make recovery more balanced.
It can feel heavy for some people if the portion is large or the dressing is very rich. A smaller serving with vegetables is often easier to tolerate in the evening.
Not automatically; the main factors are portion size, how much mayonnaise is used, and what else is in the meal. Using part yogurt instead of all mayonnaise can make it lighter while keeping it satisfying.
It pairs well with lettuce, cucumber, celery, whole-grain bread, or seeded crackers. These add crunch and volume, helping turn it into a more balanced meal.
It often happens when warm chicken is mixed in or when watery vegetables are added without draining. Letting the chicken cool fully and drying the add-ins helps keep the texture creamy.
Look at the ingredient list, use-by date, and whether it has been kept properly chilled. Since it is a processed food, checking the label for additives and overall quality is worthwhile.
You can, but eating it daily in the same form may limit dietary variety. Rotating it with other protein sources and different vegetables is a better long-term habit.
People with egg allergy should be especially cautious because mayonnaise usually contains egg. Anyone at higher risk from foodborne illness should also pay close attention to freshness and storage.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.