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Summer Berry & Avocado Chicken Salad with Lemon-Basil Dressing

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This light and refreshing high-protein salad combines juicy chicken, antioxidant-rich berries, creamy avocado, and crunchy nuts for a blood sugar-stabilizing, cortisol-balancing meal. Tossed in a zesty lemon-basil dressing, it’s perfect for a quick lunch or meal prep.
Prep Time:10 minutes
Total Time:10 minutes

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • whisk
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Ingredients

For the Salad:

  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie or grilled chicken
  • 1/2 avocado diced
  • 1/2 cup sliced strawberries
  • 1/4 cup blueberries
  • 1/4 cup chopped cucumbers
  • 2 tbsp toasted walnuts or pecans
  • 2 tbsp hemp seeds
  • 4 cups mixed greens arugula, spinach, or kale

For the Dressing:

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Sea salt & black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Whisk together dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Assemble the salad with mixed greens, chicken, avocado, berries, cucumber, walnuts, and hemp seeds.
  • Drizzle dressing over salad and toss before serving.

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Notes

Nutrition Info Per Serving (per My Fitness Pal):
Calories: 585
Fat: 39g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Protein: 46g
Course: dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: anti-inflammatory salad, avocado salad, cortisol-balancing meal, high protein chicken salad, lemon basil dressing, summer berry salad
Servings: 2
Calories: 585kcal