Description
This Greek Avocado Chicken Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Packed with protein, healthy fats, and crisp veggies, it’s a satisfying meal on its own.
Ingredients
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Salad:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped or shredded
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
- Serve immediately or chill for 15–20 minutes for enhanced flavor.
Notes
- For added crunch, mix in chopped romaine or baby spinach.
- Grilled or rotisserie chicken can be used for convenience.
- If prepping ahead, add the avocado just before serving to prevent browning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
