High Protein Avocado Chicken Salad (No Mayo)

A wooden bowl filled with ingredients for avocado chicken salad, including halved avocados, shredded chicken, cottage cheese, sliced almonds, chopped red onion, celery, jalapeño, hemp seeds, and cilantro.

High Protein Avocado Chicken Salad (No Mayo)

Avocado Chicken Salad is a high-protein, low-carb meal that’s quick to make and naturally creamy without mayo. Packed with fresh ingredients, it’s a healthy option for lunch or meal prep that comes together in minutes.

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Course: Lunch

Cuisine: American, Gluten-Free, Healthy Options

Prep Time: 15

Total Time: 15

Servings:

Calories: 540kcal

Author: Capri Lilly

Ingredients

1 lb cooked chicken breast
1/2 Red Onion diced
1 Bunch Cilantro chopped (1/3cup)
2 small Avocados
1/2 cup cottage cheese
1/4 cup hemp seeds
1 Jalapenos chopped, optional
2 limes juiced plus more as desired
Salt & pepper to taste
1/4 tsp Red Crushed Pepper if desired
2 Celery Stalks thinly sliced
1/4 cup sliced Almonds, sunflower seeds, or pumpkin seeds
1/4 cup Dried Cranberries optional

Instructions

Prep Ingredients: Start by shredding or dicing the cooked chicken. Dice the avocados and chop the red onion, celery, and herbs. You can blend the cottage cheese for a creamier texture to your chicken salad or leave as is.
Mix: In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients. Mash the avocado into the mixture.
Season: Squeeze in the lime juice and season with salt and pepper. Combine: Gently stir everything together until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve: Enjoy immediately on gluten-free toast, in lettuce wraps, or over a bed of greens.

Notes

Meal Prep: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. To keep the avocado from browning, press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the salad.
Make it Spicy: Add a chopped jalapeño or a dash of hot sauce.
Add Crunch: Toss in some sunflower seeds or chopped nuts.

Storing

Keep leftover avocado chicken salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. To prevent the avocado from browning, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface before sealing the container.

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