Bacon Avocado Chicken Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
This Bacon Avocado Chicken Salad is packed with rich flavors and fresh ingredients, topped with a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for a satisfying and healthy meal!
Ingredients:
For the Salad:
- 2-3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (grilled or rotisserie)
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1 avocado, diced
- 2 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or romaine)
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta or blue cheese crumbles (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
For the Lemon Vinaigrette:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (for sweetness)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the vinaigrette:
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Set aside. - Assemble the salad:
In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, diced avocado, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cheese crumbles (if using). Gently toss everything together. - Add the dressing:
Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat all the ingredients evenly. - Serve:
Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley and serve immediately.
Enjoy this delicious and wholesome salad, perfect for lunch or a light dinner!