Healthy Avocado Chicken Salad (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
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1 ripe avocado, mashed
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1/4 cup Greek yogurt
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1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
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1/4 cup celery, chopped
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1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
# Instructions:
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In a large mixing bowl, mash the avocado with a fork until smooth. Stir in the Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
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Add the shredded chicken to the avocado mixture and mix until thoroughly coated.
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Fold in the red onion, celery, cherry tomatoes, and fresh herbs. Mix gently to ensure even distribution.
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Drizzle the olive oil over the salad and mix gently to combine. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired for added flavor.
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Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
# Notes:
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For a dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt alternative.