Healthy Avocado Chicken Salad
A comforting and fresh chicken salad with creamy avocados, tender chicken, and vibrant vegetables, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 large ripe avocados creamy texture
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced about 2 medium breasts, lean protein
- ½ to 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved juicy sweetness
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced sharp flavor
- ¼ cup celery, finely diced crunch and moisture
- ¼ cup red bell pepper, diced sweetness and color
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped fresh herbal note
- 2 tablespoons lime juice bright acidity
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder subtle depth
- to taste salt and black pepper basic seasoning
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt (optional) adds a tangy richness
Instructions
Preparation
- Dice the cooked chicken breast into small, uniform pieces.
- Halve the cherry or grape tomatoes, finely dice the red onion, and chop the celery and red bell pepper.
Combine Ingredients
- Cut the avocados in half and remove the pits. Scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl, leaving it slightly chunky.
- Mash the avocado gently with a fork, enough to create a creamy base.
- Add the diced chicken breast to the bowl with the mashed avocados and gently fold together.
- Incorporate the halved tomatoes, red onion, celery, and red bell pepper into the mixture.
- Stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice.
- Season with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- If desired, fold in the Greek yogurt gently.
- Give it a final taste to ensure it meets your preferred flavor and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Notes
Use ripe avocados for the best creaminess and flavor. Consider chilling the salad before serving for enhanced flavor integration. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 500mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5g
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