Ultimate Creamy, High-Protein Avocado Chicken Salad (No Mayo, Meal Prep Friendly)
Make this satisfying, high-protein avocado chicken salad without mayonnaise. Ripe avocado provides the creamy texture you want for a quick, healthy lunch or light dinner. This recipe is great for meal prepping.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 10 min
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
- 2 ripe avocados, mashed
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Place the shredded chicken in a medium mixing bowl.
- Add the mashed avocado, chopped celery, and red onion to the bowl.
- In a small separate bowl, whisk together the lime juice and Dijon mustard.
- Pour the lime mixture over the chicken and avocado.
- Add the salt and pepper.
- Use a fork or spatula to gently mix all ingredients until they are just combined and creamy. Do not overmix.
- Stir in the fresh cilantro, if using.
- Taste and adjust salt or lime juice as needed. You earned that taste test!
- Serve immediately or chill for later meal prep.
Notes
- For extra creaminess and protein, add 2 tablespoons of plain Greek yogurt.
- If you want crunch, add 1/4 cup of chopped pecans or sunflower seeds.
- This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days when stored in an airtight container.
- Serve this low-carb chicken salad in lettuce cups or alongside keto crackers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 15
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 95