Kjúklingasalat (1 piece)

Choose a Kjúklingasalat version with grilled chicken, plenty of non-starchy vegetables, and an olive-oil-and-vinegar dressing rather than a sweet or creamy dressing.

Ask for dressing on the side and use a small amount; check for added sugar, honey, sweet chili sauce, or sugary fruit sauces.

Start with the chicken and vegetables, and eat slowly; the protein and fiber can soften the rise from any carbohydrates in the salad.

Add a small serving of avocado, walnuts, almonds, pumpkin seeds, or chickpeas for extra fiber and healthy fats.

If the salad includes a carbohydrate side, keep the portion modest and choose lentils, beans, or quinoa instead of refined bread, croutons, or sweetened toppings.

Take a 10–20 minute easy walk after the meal, if appropriate for you, and use your glucose response to identify which salad additions affect you most.