Avocado Chicken Salad

 

 

Ingredients:

Salad:
2-4 cups shredded chicken
1 avocado, sliced
½ red onion, sliced
½ cup halved kalamata olives
One 12-ounce jar of julienned sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil. Make sure to drain them well and give them a gentle rinse before using them in your recipe.
⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup pine nuts (toasting optional for an enhanced flavor)
Dressing:
⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
½ cup plain Greek yogurt (0% fat recommended for a lighter option)
¼ cup reduced-fat mayo (or substitute with extra Greek yogurt for a healthier twist)
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
¼ teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried dill, or ¼ cup chopped fresh dill for a burst of freshness
½ teaspoon sugar to balance the tartness
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
Juice of ½ lemon

Directions:

Combine the salad ingredients: Put the sun-dried tomatoes, feta cheese crumbles, red onion, shredded chicken, avocado slices, kalamata olives, and pine nuts in a large mixing bowl. Before adding the pine nuts to the salad, toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat until brown, then allow them to cool.
Get the dressing ready:

Combine the olive oil, Greek yogurt, mayo, salt, pepper, garlic powder, dried dill, sugar, white wine vinegar, and lemon juice in a separate dish or jar with a tight-fitting lid. Shake well or whisk to combine all the ingredients.
Prepare the salad:
Over the salad items in the bowl, drizzle the dressing. Gently mix everything up until the dressing coats every component equally. This guarantees that the flavors in the salad will mingle harmoniously. If needed, adjust the seasoning.
Serve: To allow the flavors to combine, this salad may be served right away or refrigerated for a little. It’s the ideal side dish for a summer party or a delicious supper on its own.
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With a lovely blend of tastes and textures that are both filling and wholesome, this Greek Avocado Chicken Salad is a monument to the lively and healthful spirit of Mediterranean food. Savor this simple salad that will quickly become a mainstay in your menu.silky dressing.