Ultimate Creamy Avocado Chicken Salad (No Mayo, Meal Prep Friendly)
Make this creamy, high-protein avocado chicken salad for a quick, healthy lunch. This recipe uses ripe avocado instead of mayonnaise for a satisfying texture, perfect for keto or low-carb diets.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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- 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
- 2 ripe Hass avocados, mashed
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Place the shredded chicken in a medium mixing bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, combine the mashed avocado, Greek yogurt (if using), lime juice, and Dijon mustard. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the avocado mixture over the shredded chicken.
- Add the chopped celery, red onion, salt, and pepper to the bowl.
- Gently fold all ingredients together until the chicken is evenly coated and the salad is creamy. Do not overmix.
- Stir in the fresh cilantro, if you are using it.
- Taste the salad and adjust salt or lime juice as needed.
- Serve immediately or cover and chill for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors combine.
Notes
- For the best creamy texture, make sure your avocados are perfectly ripe.
- This salad is excellent for meal prep; store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Serve this high protein chicken salad in lettuce cups for a low carb lunch, or with your favorite crackers or whole-grain toast.
- If you prefer a tangier flavor, increase the lime juice to 3 tablespoons.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 15
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 32
- Cholesterol: 95