Chicken Salad with Avocado
A quick and satisfying salad with juicy chicken, creamy avocado, crunchy croutons, and fresh veggies, all tossed in a simple lemon dressing.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 450
- Protein
- 35g
Ingredients
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Step 1
In a large bowl, combine the 4 cups romaine lettuce, 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved), and 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion.
Step 2
Add the 2 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded or cubed) and 1 avocado (diced) to the bowl.
Step 3
Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil and the juice of 1 lemon. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 4
Toss everything gently until well coated. Top with 1 cup croutons just before serving.
Step 5
Serve immediately, optionally with extra cheese or herbs if you have them.
Tools you’ll need
- Large bowl
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups
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