Strawberry Avocado Chicken Salad Sweet Savory

Unlock a burst of flavor with this delightful Strawberry Avocado Chicken Salad Sweet Savory, a recipe that perfectly balances sweetness and tanginess for a truly satisfying meal. This versatile dish is ideal for quick lunches, light dinners, or elegant picnics, proving that healthy eating can be incredibly delicious and effortless.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 0

Chill Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salad

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced rotisserie chicken is a great shortcut!
1 ripe avocado, diced
1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
1/4 cup celery, finely diced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped or parsley if preferred

Dressing Ingredients

3 tablespoons Greek yogurt plain, full-fat or low-fat
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup adjust to taste
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Equipment

Mixing bowl
Whisk

Method

If you're not using pre-cooked chicken, start by cooking your chicken breasts. You can boil, bake, or poach them until they are thoroughly cooked. Once cooled, shred or dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces. This is the foundation of our flavorful salad.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, gently combine the shredded or diced chicken, diced avocado, sliced strawberries, finely diced red onion, and finely diced celery. Add the chopped fresh cilantro or parsley at this stage for a burst of herbaceous fragrance. Be careful not to overmix at this point, especially with the avocado and strawberries, to maintain their beautiful shape.
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced, 1 ripe avocado, diced, 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced, 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced, 1/4 cup celery, finely diced, 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, fresh lime juice, honey or maple syrup, and Dijon mustard. This tangy and slightly sweet dressing is key to achieving that perfect sweet and savory balance. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your personal preference. Taste the dressing and adjust sweetness or tanginess as needed.
3 tablespoons Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup, 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard, salt and freshly ground black pepper
Pour the prepared dressing over the chicken, avocado, and strawberry mixture. Gently fold everything together until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing. Again, be delicate to avoid mushing the avocado and strawberries.
For the best flavor, cover the bowl and refrigerate the Strawberry Avocado Chicken Salad Sweet Savory for at least 15-30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully and ensures the salad is served refreshingly chilled. Serve on lettuce wraps, in sandwiches, with crackers, or as a topping for a salad.

Notes

Store any leftover Strawberry Avocado Chicken Salad Sweet Savory in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It is best consumed within 2-3 days. The avocado can sometimes brown slightly over time, but the lime juice in the dressing helps to slow this process. This salad is designed to be served chilled and does not require reheating.