Description
These Avocado Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps are a refreshing, healthy, and quick-to-make meal perfect for lunch or a light dinner. Combining creamy avocado with tender shredded chicken, crisp celery, and a hint of tangy Dijon mustard, all wrapped in fresh lettuce leaves, this recipe offers a nutritious low-carb alternative to traditional sandwiches.
Ingredients
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Chicken Salad
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 ripe avocado, mashed
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (or mayo for a richer taste)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup celery, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Lettuce Wraps
- 8 large lettuce leaves (romaine or butter lettuce works best)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken salad: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, mashed avocado, Greek yogurt (or mayo), Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice. Mix until the ingredients are thoroughly incorporated, creating a creamy and flavorful base.
- Add vegetables and seasoning: Stir in the finely chopped red onion, chopped celery, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to evenly distribute the seasonings and maintain some texture from the vegetables.
- Prepare the lettuce leaves: Carefully separate the lettuce leaves, ensuring they remain whole and flat. Rinse and pat dry if necessary to avoid sogginess.
- Assemble the wraps: Spoon an even amount of the chicken salad mixture into the center of each lettuce leaf, making sure not to overfill to prevent tearing.
- Wrap and serve: Fold the sides of each lettuce leaf over the filling and wrap them up snugly to create a neat wrap. Serve immediately for best freshness and texture.
Notes
- For a richer taste, use mayonnaise instead of Greek yogurt.
- You can add chopped fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for extra flavor.
- To make this recipe low-sodium, reduce the added salt and use low-sodium chicken if possible.
- These wraps are best eaten fresh to keep the lettuce crisp.
- Optional: add a pinch of chili flakes or a dash of hot sauce for a spicy kick.
