Refreshing and healthy. This chicken salad can easily become your lunch go to.

This avocado chicken salad is deliciously refreshing, combining creamy avocado, juicy chicken, and crisp vegetables like bell pepper and celery. The lime dressing adds a tangy zest, while red pepper flakes provide a subtle kick. It’s healthy, packed with protein, healthy fats, fiber, vitamins, and minerals for a balanced meal.

Ingredients

Salad

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
• 1 ripe avocado, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

Dressing

• Juice of 1 lime
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• red pepper flakes to tastes, for some kick, optional

Directions

1. Prepare the Ingredients
   • Shred or cube the cooked chicken.
   • Dice the avocado.
   • Dice the bell pepper.
   • Finely chop the red onion, cilantro, and celery.
2. Mix the Dressing
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, avocado oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
3. Combine the Salad
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the salad ingredients.
   • Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, being careful not to mash the avocado.
4. Taste and Adjust
   • Taste the mixed salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice if needed.
5. Serve
   • Serve the avocado chicken salad immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.