Ultimate Creamy Avocado Chicken Salad (No Mayo, Meal Prep Friendly)
Make this creamy, high-protein avocado chicken salad without mayonnaise. It is quick to prepare, packed with healthy fats, and perfect for your weekly meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
- 2 ripe avocados, mashed
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Place the shredded chicken in a medium mixing bowl.
- Add the mashed avocado, Greek yogurt (if using), chopped celery, and red onion to the bowl with the chicken.
- In a small separate bowl, whisk together the lime juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the lime dressing mixture over the chicken and avocado mixture.
- Use a fork or spatula to gently fold all ingredients together until everything is combined and creamy. Avoid overmixing.
- Stir in the fresh cilantro or parsley, if you are using it.
- Taste the salad and adjust salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed.
- Serve immediately or cover and chill for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- For the best texture, use ripe avocados that mash easily but are not brown.
- This salad is excellent served in lettuce cups for a low-carb lunch or alongside keto crackers.
- You can prepare the shredded chicken up to three days ahead of time for faster assembly.
- If you prefer a tangier flavor, increase the lime juice slightly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 15
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 95
