Avocado and chicken salad

Here's a delicious and nutritious avocado and chicken salad recipe that’s perfect for lunch or a light dinner!

Avocado and Chicken Salad Recipe

Ingredients:

• Cooked chicken: 2 cups, shredded or diced (use rotisserie chicken for convenience)
• Ripe avocado: 1 large, diced
• Cherry tomatoes: 1 cup, halved (or 1 medium tomato, diced)
• Red onion: 1/4 small, finely chopped
• Cucumber: 1 small, diced (optional)
• Fresh cilantro or parsley: 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional)
• Lime juice: 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil: 1 tablespoon (optional)
• Salt: to taste
• Pepper: to taste
• Optional add-ins: corn, black beans, or feta cheese

Equipment:

• Mixing bowl
• Fork or spoon

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:

   • If you haven’t already, cook and shred or dice the chicken. Allow it to cool slightly.
   • Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl.

2. Combine the Chicken and Vegetables:

   • In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked chicken, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, and cucumber (if using). If you like, toss in corn or black beans for added flavor and texture.

3. Dress the Salad:

   • In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil (if using), salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients.

4. Toss Gently:

   • Using a fork or spoon, gently toss the salad until everything is well combined. Be careful not to mash the avocado too much.

5. Taste and Adjust:

   • Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed. Add chopped herbs if desired.

6. Serve:

   • Serve the avocado and chicken salad immediately, or chill it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Enjoy it on its own, on a bed of greens, or in a wrap!

Tips:

• This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a day. Just add the avocado right before serving to prevent browning.
• For added crunch, consider tossing in some chopped nuts or seeds, like almonds or sunflower seeds.
• You can customize this salad by adding other ingredients like bell peppers, carrots, or even a dollop of Greek yogurt for creaminess.

Enjoy your avocado and chicken salad! If you have any questions or need variations, just let me know!