Name: Greek Avocado Chicken Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded or chopped); 1 large ripe avocado (diced); 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved); 1/2 cup cucumber (diced); 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced); 1/4 cup kalamata olives (sliced); 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped); Juice of 1 lemon; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; Salt and black pepper to taste

Description

This Greek Avocado Chicken Salad is a fresh, healthy, and flavorful dish combining tender chicken, creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, and tangy feta cheese. Tossed with a zesty lemon and olive oil dressing seasoned with oregano, this salad offers a perfect balance of Mediterranean flavors. Ideal for a quick lunch or light dinner, it’s gluten-free and low-carb, making it suitable for various dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded or chopped)
1 large ripe avocado (diced)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1/2 cup cucumber (diced)
1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
1/4 cup kalamata olives (sliced)
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)

Dressing

Juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and black pepper to taste

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Instructions

Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked chicken, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Gently stir them to mix the components evenly without mashing the avocado.
Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well blended to create a bright and flavorful dressing.
Toss the Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl. Gently toss everything together to ensure the salad is well coated with the dressing without breaking up the avocado pieces.
Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the salad. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor, or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving.

Notes

For enhanced flavor, use grilled or rotisserie chicken instead of plain cooked chicken.
This salad is delicious when wrapped inside pita bread or served on a bed of mixed greens for a hearty light meal.
If preparing ahead of time, add extra lemon juice just before serving to help keep the avocado fresh and prevent browning.