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Keto Avocado Chicken Salad (No Mayo, Greek Style)

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This Keto Avocado Chicken Salad (No Mayo, Greek Style) is a fresh, creamy, and zesty alternative to traditional chicken salad. Made with ripe avocados, shredded chicken, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and a lemon-herb dressing, it’s perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. Low-carb, keto-friendly, and ready in minutes, this salad proves that healthy eating can be delicious and convenient, even for the busiest families.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Cooked Chicken Breast, 2 cups shredded

Avocados, 2 medium diced

Red Onion, 1/4 cup finely diced

Kalamata Olives, 1/4 cup pitted and halved

Feta Cheese, 1/4 cup crumbled

Fresh Dill, 2 tablespoons chopped

Fresh Parsley, 2 tablespoons chopped

Lemon Juice, 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed

Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 1 tablespoon

Salt, 1/2 teaspoon

Black Pepper, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground

Instructions

1. 1. Prepare Your Chicken: First, ensure your cooked chicken breast is cool. Then, shred it using two forks or dice it into small, bite-sized pieces. Place the chicken into a large mixing bowl.

2. 2. Dice the Avocado: Next, halve the avocados, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Dice the avocado into roughly 1/2-inch cubes. Add the diced avocado directly to the bowl with the chicken. Immediately drizzle with half of the lemon juice to help prevent browning.

3. 3. Chop Remaining Ingredients: Finely dice the red onion. Pit and halve the Kalamata olives. Roughly chop the fresh dill and parsley. Add all of these prepared ingredients to the bowl with the chicken and avocado.

4. 4. Add Dressing Components: Crumble the feta cheese directly into the bowl. Pour in the remaining lemon juice and the extra virgin olive oil.

5. 5. Season Generously: Sprinkle in the salt and freshly ground black pepper. Remember, you can always adjust seasonings later.

6. 6. Gently Combine: Use a large spoon or spatula to gently fold all the ingredients together. Mix carefully to avoid overly mashing the avocado, aiming for a chunky, creamy texture.

7. 7. Taste and Adjust: Take a small taste. Do you need more salt? More pepper? A little extra lemon juice for brightness? Adjust the seasonings until it suits your palate perfectly.

8. 8. Serve Immediately or Chill: This salad is wonderful served fresh. Alternatively, cover the bowl and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 15-20 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully.

Notes

Substitutions: Use canned tuna or leftover turkey instead of chicken. For a vegetarian option, use mashed chickpeas (not keto). Add diced cucumber, bell pepper, or cherry tomatoes for extra crunch. Use goat cheese instead of feta, or omit cheese entirely. Add red pepper flakes or sumac for spice. For creamier salad, add an extra half avocado or mash one avocado before mixing.

Storage: Store in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed onto the surface. Best within 1-2 days. Do not freeze. For meal prep, prepare all ingredients except avocado; add fresh avocado just before serving.

Pro Tips: Use ripe but firm avocados. Drizzle lemon juice immediately to prevent browning. Use fresh herbs for best flavor. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.

  • Author: rachidjawad88@gmail.com
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: Greek-inspired
  • Diet: Ketogenic, Gluten-free, Low-carb

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 cup)
  • Calories: 385
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 580 mg
  • Fat: 28 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 8 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg