Description
Indulge in the creamy and refreshing flavors of Exquisite Avocado Chicken Salad. This nutritious dish combines lean protein and healthy fats, making it a perfect choice for a light lunch or dinner. With vibrant vegetables and simple preparation, this salad not only satisfies your taste buds but also supports your wellness goals. It’s an ideal meal prep option or a delightful centerpiece for entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/4 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and sliced red onion.
- Drizzle the lemon juice and Dijon mustard over the ingredients.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Gently toss all ingredients together until well mixed without mashing the avocado.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg