Description
Zesty avocado chicken salad brings Mexican-inspired flavors to light, fresh lettuce wraps. Crisp romaine leaves cradle a creamy, herb-infused mixture that delivers protein-packed deliciousness you’ll crave for lunch or a quick dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 cups (473 ml) cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie preferred)
Creamy Base Ingredients:
- 1 avocado, seeded, peeled, diced
- ¼ cup (60 ml) plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup (60 ml) mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) onions, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) lemon juice
Seasoning:
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Serving:
- 16 romaine hearts or bib lettuce leaves
Instructions
- Shred or chop the cooked chicken into uniform, bite-sized pieces ensuring consistent texture throughout the salad.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, whisk together plain yogurt, mayonnaise, finely minced onions, and fresh lemon juice until the mixture becomes smooth and well-integrated.
- Incorporate the prepared chicken into the creamy base, stirring gently to coat each piece evenly with the tangy dressing.
- Sprinkle kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to enhance the flavor profile, adjusting seasoning according to personal preference.
- Carefully dice ripe avocados into small, uniform cubes to maintain structural integrity when folded into the salad.
- Delicately fold the avocado chunks into the chicken mixture, being careful not to mash the soft fruit while distributing it evenly.
- Select crisp, fresh lettuce leaves – preferably butter or romaine varieties – washing and patting them dry to create sturdy, elegant wraps.
- Scoop the chicken and avocado salad into the center of each lettuce leaf, creating an appetizing and portable protein-rich meal.
- Serve immediately to preserve the freshness and prevent avocado from browning, optionally garnishing with additional fresh herbs or a squeeze of citrus.
Notes
- Packed with lean protein from chicken and healthy fats from creamy avocado, this light lunch delivers balanced nutrition.
- Prep the ingredients quickly by using pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to save time during busy weekdays.
- Chill the lettuce leaves beforehand for an extra crisp and refreshing wrap experience.
- Customize the salad’s flavor profile by adding fresh herbs like dill or chives for a zesty kick.
- Store any leftover chicken salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, keeping avocado fresh by preventing oxidation.
- Perfect for low-carb diets, these lettuce wraps offer a satisfying meal without heavy bread or tortillas.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 273 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg