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Avocado Chicken Salad

Creamy Avocado Chicken Salad You'll Love for Lunch

This Avocado Chicken Salad is a healthy no-mayo, low-carb option combining fresh ingredients for a refreshing lunch or light dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 large ripe avocado 8-10 oz for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice adds zesty brightness
  • 4 stalks green onions finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
  • 3/4 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
  • to taste salt for seasoning
  • to taste black pepper for seasoning
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast preferably rotisserie chicken
  • 2/3 cup sliced grape tomatoes or diced celery
For Serving
  • as needed lettuce wraps for low-carb option
  • as needed whole grain bread for sandwich

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • fork
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut the ripe avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl. Mash until creamy with some chunks for texture. Add lemon juice, chopped green onions, parsley, cilantro, and minced garlic. Season with salt and black pepper, mixing well.
  2. Shred the cooked chicken breast and add to the avocado mixture. Fold gently using a spatula to ensure even coating.
  3. Fold in sliced grape tomatoes or diced celery for added texture.
  4. Serve in lettuce wraps or on whole grain bread. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For meal prep, store in an airtight container with a squeeze of lemon to minimize browning. Chill for 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavors.

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