Chicken and Avocado Salad with Wasabi-Lime Dressing

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
10%
Chicken and Avocado Salad with Wasabi-Lime Dressing
20 min.
20
126kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and nutritious dish that’s perfect for any occasion? Look no further than this delightful Chicken and Avocado Salad with Wasabi-Lime Dressing! This vibrant salad is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, but it also packs a punch of flavor and health benefits, making it an ideal choice for a side dish, antipasti, or even a light snack.

Imagine tender, shredded chicken from a rotisserie bird, combined with creamy, diced avocados and a medley of fresh ingredients like baby spinach, scallions, and cilantro. The star of the show is the zesty wasabi-lime dressing, which adds a unique kick that elevates the entire dish. With just a hint of heat from the wasabi and the bright acidity of lime juice, this dressing perfectly complements the rich flavors of the chicken and avocado.

Ready in just 20 minutes, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also serves up to 20 people, making it a fantastic option for gatherings, picnics, or meal prep for the week ahead. Each serving is a mere 126 calories, allowing you to indulge without the guilt. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or simply enjoy a healthy meal, this Chicken and Avocado Salad is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire!

Ingredients

  • medium avocado diced pitted peeled
  • oz baby spinach packed
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh finely chopped
  • teaspoon ginger fresh finely chopped
  • tablespoons juice of lime (from 1 large lime)
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • cups rotisserie chicken cut shredded boneless skinless cooked
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.7 cup spring onion light white green finely chopped
  • teaspoons wasabi paste 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk together oil, lime juice, wasabi, salt and ginger in a small bowl.
  2. Place chicken, avocados, scallions and cilantro in a large bowl.
  3. Pour dressing over mixture; toss gently.
  4. Divide spinach among 4plates, top with chicken salad and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories126kcal
Protein32.36%
Fat59.61%
Carbs8.03%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.55
Glycemic Load
0.24
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
5.8852173465749%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.07mg
Epicatechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
0.05mg
Hesperetin
0.2mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.59mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.81mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:125.58kcal
6.28%
Fat:8.6g
13.23%
Saturated Fat:1.58g
9.86%
Carbohydrates:2.61g
0.87%
Net Carbohydrates:0.93g
0.34%
Sugar:0.29g
0.33%
Cholesterol:34.07mg
11.36%
Sodium:190.23mg
8.27%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.51g
21.01%
Vitamin K:54.46µg
51.87%
Vitamin A:874.88IU
17.5%
Folate:35.36µg
8.84%
Vitamin C:5.97mg
7.24%
Vitamin E:1.01mg
6.71%
Fiber:1.68g
6.7%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.69%
Potassium:161.11mg
4.6%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.65%
Magnesium:13.84mg
3.46%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.92%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.71%
Copper:0.05mg
2.71%
Iron:0.42mg
2.32%
Vitamin B3:0.44mg
2.19%
Phosphorus:16.7mg
1.67%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.55%
Calcium:14.4mg
1.44%
Zinc:0.2mg
1.32%
Source:My Recipes