Description
These Avocado Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps are a fresh, healthy, and flavorful meal perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Combining tender cooked chicken breast with creamy avocado, crisp veggies, and a tangy dressing, wrapped in crunchy lettuce leaves, they offer a satisfying low-carb option that is both easy to prepare and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Salad
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced (about 2 medium chicken breasts)
- 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup celery, finely diced
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (or use mayonnaise for a richer taste)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, or chives) for garnish
Wrap
- 8 large lettuce leaves (butter lettuce, romaine, or iceberg)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken Salad: In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, finely diced red onion, and celery, mixing them evenly to create the salad base.
- Mash the Avocado: In a separate small bowl, mash the ripe avocado until smooth or leave slightly chunky for added texture, depending on your preference.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the mashed avocado, plain Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise), fresh lemon juice, and Dijon mustard to the chicken mixture to build flavor and creaminess.
- Mix and Season: Stir all ingredients until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to your taste. Optionally, fold in fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, or chives for an extra burst of flavor and a colorful touch.
- Prepare Lettuce Leaves: Carefully separate the lettuce leaves and wash them thoroughly to remove any dirt or grit. Pat them dry gently with a paper towel to avoid sogginess.
- Assemble Wraps: Spoon a generous amount of the chicken salad mixture into the center of each lettuce leaf, distributing evenly among the leaves.
- Wrap the Salad: Fold the sides of each lettuce leaf around the filling to create a wrap or roll it up like a burrito for easy handling and neat presentation.
- Serve: Arrange the completed avocado chicken salad lettuce wraps on a serving plate, garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy with a side of your favorite fresh vegetables or a crisp salad!
Notes
- You can substitute Greek yogurt with mayonnaise for a creamier salad.
- Use any large, sturdy lettuce leaves such as butter lettuce, romaine, or iceberg for the wraps.
- Adding fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro brightens the flavor and adds freshness.
- For added crunch, consider mixing in chopped nuts or seeds.
- These wraps are best served fresh but can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.
