Healthy Avocado Chicken Salad
A delicious and nutritious salad featuring creamy avocados, lean chicken, and fresh vegetables, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe avocados Use ripe avocados for the best flavor and creaminess.
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Grilled chicken can add a smoky flavor.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup celery, diced Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers for extra crunch.
- 1 piece lime, juiced To keep the avocado fresh longer, consider adding lime juice.
- to taste salt and pepper Adjust the seasoning to your taste; a little garlic powder can add a nice kick.
- as needed fresh cilantro for garnish (optional) Can be substituted with parsley or omitted.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, mash the avocados until creamy.
- Stir in the shredded chicken, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and celery.
- Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and season with salt and pepper.
- Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
- Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for meal prep.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for best freshness. It’s best to eat within 1-2 days to avoid browning of the avocados.