Description
This Healthy Greek Yogurt Avocado Chicken Salad Recipe is a flavorful and nutritious meal that swaps traditional mayonnaise for creamy avocado and protein-packed Greek yogurt. Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, this salad can be prepared in just minutes, making it an ideal option for busy days. With its rich texture and delightful blend of spices, this dish not only satisfies your taste buds but also helps you stay on track with health goals. Whether served in a sandwich, wrap, or over fresh greens, this versatile recipe will become a favorite in your meal rotation.
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 until smooth.
- Stir in the Greek yogurt until fully combined.
- Add dill, onion powder, garlic powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Fold in the cooked chicken until evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30–60 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Serve on bread, in wraps, or over salad greens.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 95mg