Cold Avocado Chicken Salad
A refreshing and easy-to-make chicken salad with avocado, perfect for healthy meals without the use of mayo.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 knife
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded or diced
- 2 ripe avocados diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Add-ins
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon chopped jalapenos
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped cucumbers
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook chicken breast until done and shred or dice it into bite-sized pieces. If using pre-cooked chicken, ensure it is cut to your desired size.
- Cut avocados into halves, remove the pits, and scoop out the flesh. Dice the avocado into bite-sized pieces.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and finely chop the red onion. If using other optional vegetables, prepare them as desired.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken, avocados, tomatoes, and red onion. Pour the dressing over the salad.
- Gently toss all the ingredients to combine, ensuring the dressing coats everything evenly. Be careful not to mash the avocados.
- Serve the salad immediately for the best flavor. You can serve it on its own or over a bed of greens.
- If desired, add any optional ingredients such as cilantro, jalapenos, feta cheese, or cucumbers at this time and gently mix.
- Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. For best results, place plastic wrap directly on the surface of the salad to minimize browning of the avocados.
Notes
Pro Tips: Use ripe avocados for the best creaminess and flavor. Consider adding lime juice directly to the avocados to prevent browning.
Ingredient Substitutions: Swap lime juice with lemon juice or use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
How to Serve: Serve chilled on its own or over greens.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container with plastic wrap touching the salad surface to prevent browning.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare all ingredients in advance and combine just before serving to maintain freshness.
Ingredient Substitutions: Swap lime juice with lemon juice or use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
How to Serve: Serve chilled on its own or over greens.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container with plastic wrap touching the salad surface to prevent browning.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare all ingredients in advance and combine just before serving to maintain freshness.