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Avocado Chicken Salad

A delightful and nutritious avocado chicken salad packed with flavor, ideal for a quick lunch or light dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Substitutes: canned tuna or chickpeas for a vegetarian option
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Substitutes: diced bell peppers
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced Substitutes: green onions or shallots
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, diced Substitutes: zucchini or celery
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped Substitutes: parsley or basil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice Substitutes: lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, mash the avocados until smooth.
  2. Add the shredded chicken, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, cilantro, and lime juice to the bowl.
  3. Gently mix everything together until well combined.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for meal prep.

Notes

For added protein, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream. Serve on a bed of greens or use as a filling for lettuce wraps. Avoid over-mashing avocados to maintain a chunky texture.