Description
Discover the delightful and nutritious combination of flavors in this Healthy Avocado Chicken Salad Recipe. This creamy salad features tender chicken and ripe avocados, making it a perfect choice for lunch or dinner. Packed with protein and healthy fats, it’s not only satisfying but also incredibly versatile for any occasion—whether you’re enjoying a picnic, hosting a potluck, or prepping meals for the week. With fresh vegetables adding crunch and zesty lime juice to elevate the taste, this salad is sure to become a favorite in your household. Plus, it’s quick to whip up in just 35 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large ripe avocados
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast (diced)
- ½ to 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes (halved)
- ¼ cup red onion (finely diced)
- ¼ cup celery (finely diced)
- ¼ cup red bell pepper (diced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: ¼ cup Greek yogurt for creaminess
Instructions
- If using raw chicken, season with salt and pepper and grill or bake until fully cooked (165°F / 74°C). Let cool before dicing.
- Cut avocados in half, remove the pit, scoop flesh into a mixing bowl, and mash with a fork to your desired consistency.
- Add the diced chicken and all chopped vegetables to the bowl with mashed avocado.
- Mix in chopped cilantro, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Optionally add Greek yogurt.
- Gently fold all ingredients until well combined; taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve immediately or chill for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg