Description
This creamy chicken and avocado salad with lime yogurt dressing is not only easy to make but bursts with flavor from fresh ingredients. A perfect choice for a quick lunch or a light dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked canned chicken
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
- 3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika or chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional add-ins: diced cucumber, jalapeño
Instructions
- Combine cooked chicken, mashed avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, and herbs in a bowl.
- Whisk together Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
- Pour dressing over chicken and avocado mixture, gently toss to coat.
- Taste and adjust seasoning to your preference.
- Serve immediately on toast, in wraps, or over greens.
Notes
Avoid over-mixing to maintain texture.
Let salad sit for 30 minutes before serving for better flavor integration.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg