Tuscan Chicken and Green Bean Salad
I wanted to use some cherry tomatoes and cucumbers from our neighbors’ overflowing garden and grabbed some grilled chicken from our freezer stash, and before I knew it, this Tuscan Garden Chicken Salad was ready. It’s simple, fresh, and filling—and the best part is it can be made ahead before the dinner rush . Serve it with naan, over rice, pack it for lunch, or even pair it with cottage cheese—(because tomatoes and cottage cheese truly can’t be beat).
Why You’ll Love This
Quick and easy: Comes together in no time with just a few fresh ingredients and what you already have on hand- or better yet ahead of time!
Super flexible: Eat it with naan, over rice, pack it for lunch, omit the chicken and use as a side…
Fresh and satisfying: Crisp veggies, tender chicken, and a tangy herbed dressing that makes every bite bright and flavorful.
Protein-packed: Beans + chicken keep you full and energized.
Dairy-free & allergy-friendly: Salad itself is dairy-free and easy to make allergy-friendly, just swap or skip toppings if needed.
Kid-approved tweaks: Change up veggies or beans—it still works, even for picky eaters.
Ingredients
Salad
2 cups cooked chicken breast, cubed (grilled if possible)
1 cup celery, diced
1 cup cucumber, diced
1 can (15 oz) navy beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup green beans, lightly steamed and chopped
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup peppercinis
Dressing
⅓ cup Primal Kitchen Greek dressing
¼ cup olive oil
1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
1 Tbsp whole grain mustard
2 Tbsp rice wine vinegar
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the chicken, celery, cucumber, navy beans, green beans, and cherry tomatoes.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the Greek dressing, olive oil, Italian seasoning, mustard, and rice wine vinegar until well blended.
Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Tips & Variations
Swap navy beans with cannellini or chickpeas for a different twist.
Add fresh herbs like basil or parsley for extra flavor.
Serve it over quinoa or farro to make it a heartier meal.
Top with feta cheese for a more salty bite
Great as a side, main dish, or packed into lettuce wraps for a light and fresh option.
