Avocado chicken salad (with video)
This avocado chicken salad replaces traditional mayonnaise with mashed avocado for a naturally creamy, healthier texture. It combines tender grilled chicken, crispy bacon, sweet corn, and fresh greens for a balanced bite—ideal for light lunches, picnics, or meal prep. The result is rich yet refreshing, with a satisfying mix of crunch, creaminess, and savory depth.
Taste: Creamy, slightly sweet, smoky, fresh, with mild tang from lemon and balanced richness from avocado and baconTotal Time: 20 minutes (including prep and assembly)Servings: 2Suitable For: Health-conscious adults, office workers, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a quick, nutrient-dense mealBudget: ¥35–¥50 per serving (depending on chicken and avocado prices)
Ingredients
- 2 cooked chicken breasts (shredded
- about 300g)
- 1 ripe avocado (mashed)
- 4 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 1 cup canned corn kernels (drained)
- 2 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/4 red onion (finely diced)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey
- salt and black pepper to taste
Nutrition
Calories约480 kcal per serving (serves 2)
Protein约38g (from chicken and bacon)
Fat约26g (mostly unsaturated from avocado, plus saturated from bacon)
Carbohydrates约22g (mainly from corn and avocado)
VitaminsHigh in vitamin C (lemon, avocado), vitamin K (greens), vitamin B6 (chicken), folate (avocado, corn)
Fiber约7g (from avocado, corn, greens)
Tips
- Use very ripe but not overripe avocados for optimal creaminess without bitterness
- Add lemon juice immediately after mashing avocado to prevent browning
- Pre-cook chicken and bacon ahead for faster assembly the next day
- For extra crunch, add toasted sunflower seeds or chopped celery
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