Description
This delicious Creamy Chicken and Avocado Salad with Lime Yogurt Dressing combines creamy avocado, tender chicken, and a zesty dressing, making it perfect for quick dinners or healthy lunches.
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 (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: diced cucumber or jalapeño
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken and mashed avocado.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes and chopped cilantro or parsley to the bowl.
- For dressing, mix Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cumin in a small bowl.
- Pour dressing over the salad mixture and stir gently until combined.
- Serve on greens, toast, or wrap in tortillas.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
For a dairy-free option, use coconut yogurt instead of Greek yogurt.
Add a dash of hot sauce or sprinkle of feta for more flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg