Description
A refreshing and creamy salad combining shredded chicken and creamy avocado, perfect for picnics and casual dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup celery, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken and diced avocado.
- In a separate bowl, mix the Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise) and lime juice until smooth.
- Add the diced red onion and celery to the chicken and avocado mixture, stirring gently to combine.
- Pour the yogurt mixture over the salad, tossing gently until everything is coated evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- If desired, garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley for a pop of color.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature for the best experience!
Notes
Best enjoyed within two days due to the avocado’s perishable nature. Consider adding cumin or smoked paprika for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: avocado, chicken salad, healthy lunch, quick recipe, easy meal