Description
This Healthy Avocado Chicken Salad is a delicious and nutritious dish that combines tender chicken with creamy avocado, Greek yogurt, and a variety of fresh vegetables and herbs. The flavors are bright and refreshing, making it a perfect light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 ripe avocado, mashed
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Seasonings and Vegetables:
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup celery, chopped
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cook and shred the chicken breast.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, mashed avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, seasonings, vegetables, herbs, and olive oil. Toss gently to combine.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional herbs or red pepper flakes, if desired.
Notes
- This salad can be served on its own, as a sandwich filling, or over a bed of greens for a complete meal.
- Feel free to customize the salad by adding other vegetables or herbs of your choice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg