Mediterranean Avocado Chicken Salad
A fresh, creamy, and protein-rich Mediterranean salad made with juicy chicken, ripe avocado, crisp veggies, and a bright lemony dressing. Light yet filling, non-spicy, and perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
Prep: 12 minutes
Cook: 10–12 minutes
Total: ~25 minutes
Serves: 2
Ingredients
Chicken
2 chicken breasts, grilled or pan-seared, sliced
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & black pepper, to taste
½ tsp dried oregano
Salad Base
2 cups mixed greens (romaine, arugula, spinach)
1 ripe avocado, diced
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cucumber, sliced
¼ small red onion, thinly sliced
Mediterranean Add-ins
¼ cup olives (black or green)
¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
Lemon Dressing
1½ tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
Juice of ½ lemon
½ tsp Dijon mustard
Salt & black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Chicken
Season chicken with olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Grill or pan-sear over medium heat 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through. Rest, then slice.
2️⃣ Make the Dressing
Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon (if using), salt, and pepper until smooth.
3️⃣ Assemble the Salad
In a large bowl, combine greens, avocado, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, olives, and feta.
Top with sliced chicken.
4️⃣ Dress & Serve
Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently.
Serve immediately.
Why You’ll Love It
Creamy avocado + juicy chicken = satisfying & fresh
High-protein, healthy fats, and fiber
Classic Mediterranean flavors
Naturally gluten-free & non-spicy
Tips & Variations
Meal prep: Keep avocado and dressing separate until serving
Extra crunch: Add toasted pine nuts or seeds
Creamy version: Add 1 tbsp Greek yogurt to dressing
Wrap option: Serve inside a whole-wheat pita or lettuce wraps
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~420 kcal
Protein: ~35 g
Carbs: ~14 g
Healthy fats: ~26 g
Fiber: ~6 g