Description
This Healthy Greek Yogurt Avocado Chicken Salad Recipe is a delightful, nutritious alternative to traditional mayo-based salads. Bursting with flavor and creamy texture from ripe avocado and protein-rich Greek yogurt, this salad comes together in just 5 minutes. It’s perfect for a quick lunch, light dinner, or a satisfying snack using leftover chicken. The fresh flavors of dill and lime juice elevate this dish, making it as versatile as it is delicious. Enjoy it in a sandwich, wrap, or over crisp greens for a refreshing meal that will leave you feeling energized and satisfied.
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded or cubed cooked chicken
- 1 medium ripe avocado
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon fresh dill (or ½ teaspoon dried)
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe avocado with a fork until creamy but chunky.
- Stir in the Greek yogurt until well combined.
- Add seasonings: dill, onion powder, garlic powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Fold in the shredded or cubed chicken gently until fully incorporated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg