Lemon Basil Chicken Salad in Radicchio Wraps (Paleo Lunch)
Looking for an easy, healthy lunch that fits your chicken salad wrap routine? This lemon basil chicken salad in radicchio wraps is naturally grain-free, gluten-free and dairy-free, made with whole ingredients you can pronounce. It’s one of our favorite paleo recipes for anyone following a paleo diet — quick to prepare, packed with protein and healthy fats, and guaranteed to keep you full and energized.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Time: 15 minutes prep, 0 minutes cook
- Servings: 1
- Diet: Paleo, gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free
- Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- 1 cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped small
- 1/2 radicchio
- 1 stalk celery, chopped small
- 1/8 cup chopped basil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (or fresh minced garlic)
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Carefully separate the radicchio into leaves. Let them soak in cold water for 1–2 minutes — this keeps their curve. Pat dry.
- In a bowl, mix the chicken, celery and basil.
- In another bowl, mix the olive oil, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken salad and toss well.
- Scoop some chicken salad into each radicchio wrap.
Tips & Variations
The cold-water soak keeps the radicchio leaves pliable and prevents cracking when you wrap.
Nutrition & Health Benefits
This recipe uses only whole, unprocessed ingredients — no grains, no refined sugar, no industrial seed oils. It’s naturally rich in protein and healthy fats, making it an excellent choice for weight loss, stable energy and digestive health. Because it’s grain-free and dairy-free, it also works well for people with gluten or lactose sensitivities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recipe really paleo?
Yes. Lemon Basil Chicken Salad in Radicchio Wraps contains only paleo-approved ingredients — no grains, legumes, dairy, refined sugar or processed oils.
Can I meal-prep this recipe?
Absolutely. Most of these recipes store well in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days, and many freeze beautifully for quick lunches.
How many servings does this make?
This recipe makes 1.
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