Description
A refreshing and flavorful Cilantro Lime Chicken Salad combining tender shredded chicken with crunchy vegetables, infused with zesty lime and fresh cilantro. Perfect for a light lunch or an easy make-ahead meal, this salad is creamy yet tangy, offering a vibrant twist on classic chicken salad.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 3 cups chicken breast (shredded or chopped)
Salad Dressing
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
Vegetables & Herbs
- 1 cup celery (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 1 red bell pepper (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup cilantro (chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise with garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and freshly squeezed lime juice. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated, creating a creamy and tangy dressing base.
- Mix the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded or chopped chicken breast, finely chopped celery, yellow onion, red bell pepper, and chopped cilantro. Pour the prepared mayo dressing over the ingredients and gently stir until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Chill the Salad: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld beautifully and the salad to chill thoroughly.
- Serve: After chilling, give the salad a quick stir and serve it cold. Enjoy it as a sandwich filling, a topping for greens, or simply on its own as a delicious and refreshing meal.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- You can add diced avocado for extra creaminess and healthy fats.
- This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Adjust lime juice and cilantro quantity to taste for more zest or herbaceous notes.
- Perfect served with tortilla chips or in a wrap for a quick meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cilantro Lime Chicken Salad, Chicken Salad, Lime Chicken, No-Cook Chicken Recipe, Healthy Chicken Salad, Easy Lunch Recipe
