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Chicken Black Bean Avocado Salad

Chicken Black Bean Avocado Salad
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A fresh, zesty, and nutritious Chicken Black Bean Avocado Salad combining tender chicken, creamy avocado, hearty black beans, cherry tomatoes, and zesty lime juice. Perfect for quick meals, this vibrant salad is loaded with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, making it ideal for lunches, casual gatherings, or a healthy dinner side.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast or thigh, shredded or diced
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped

Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Shred or dice your cooked chicken and rinse the black beans thoroughly. Chop the cherry tomatoes in halves, finely dice the red onion, and roughly chop the cilantro. Cut the avocado just before assembling to prevent browning.
  2. Combine the Base Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the chicken, black beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro to form the hearty foundation of the salad.
  3. Add Avocado and Dress: Gently fold in the diced avocado to preserve its creamy texture. Drizzle with fresh lime juice and olive oil, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss lightly but thoroughly so each bite gets an even coating of flavors.
  4. Taste and Adjust: Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning or lime juice as needed. For extra zest or spice, add more cilantro or a dash of jalapeño or cayenne pepper.

Notes

  • Use fresh ripe avocados and fresh cilantro to maximize flavor.
  • Add avocado last and handle gently to avoid mashing or browning.
  • Serve immediately to preserve avocado’s creaminess and freshness.
  • Don’t skip the lime juice as it brightens and balances the flavors perfectly.
  • Feel free to customize the protein by substituting chicken with shrimp, turkey, grilled tofu, or roasted sweet potatoes.
  • This salad pairs beautifully with warm tortillas, crusty bread, or tortilla chips.

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Keywords: chicken salad, black bean salad, avocado salad, healthy salad, quick salad, gluten free salad, Mexican salad, protein salad

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