Chicken and Avocado Salad

By Kathy C.

Ingredients

• 4 1/2 teaspoon oil, olive, extra-virgin
• 1 tablespoon lime juice, fresh
• 1 1/2 teaspoon cilantro, fresh, chopped
• salt
• pepper, black ground
• 1/2 head lettuce, romaine, chopped (4 cups)
• 1 medium tomato, diced
• 1/2 medium cucumber, peeled & sliced
• 8 ounce cooked chicken breast, shredded
• 1/2 medium avocado

Details

Servings 2
Preparation time 20mins
Cooking time 20mins
Adapted from southbeachdiet.com

Preparation

Step 1

1 In a small bowl, whisk together oil, lime juice, cilantro,
and a pinch of salt and pepper.

2 In a large bowl, combine lettuce, tomato, and cucumber. Toss
with half of the dressing and season to taste with additional salt and pepper;
divide among 2 plates.

3 Toss chicken with 1/2 tablespoon of the remaining dressing
and divide among salads. Top with avocado slices, drizzle with remaining
dressing, and serve.

Each serving is 3 cups.

Nutritional Information
Amount Per Serving
Calories380
Total Fat21g
Saturated Fat3.5g
Sodium240mg
Carbohydrates10g
Dietary Fiber5g
Protein38g

Tangy lime, aromatic cilantro, and creamy avocado give this refreshing salad a deep Mexican flavor; chicken turns it into a satisfying one-dish meal for lunch or dinner.