Chicken, Avocado & Mango Salad Bowl

Chicken, Avocado & Mango Salad Bowl

(Fresh, Healthy, and Well-Balanced)

This salad bowl combines juicy chicken breast, creamy avocado, sweet mango, and crisp vegetables, finished with a light citrus dressing. It’s nutritious, refreshing, and perfect for a healthy lunch or light dinner.

🥗 Ingredients (Serves 2)

For the salad

• 1 chicken breast (250–300 g)

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• 1 tsp olive oil

• Romaine lettuce or mixed greens

• 1 ripe avocado, diced

• ½ ripe mango, diced

• 1 cucumber, sliced

• 8–10 cherry tomatoes, halved

• ¼ red onion, thinly sliced

• Fresh cilantro or parsley, roughly chopped

For the dressing

• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 1½ tbsp fresh lemon juice (or apple cider vinegar)

• 1 tsp honey

• ½ tsp Dijon mustard (optional)

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

🔪 Instructions

1. Cook the chicken

• Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and olive oil.

• Heat a skillet over medium heat.

• Cook the chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked.

• Remove from heat, rest 5 minutes, then slice into strips.

2. Prepare the vegetables

• Wash and dry the lettuce, then tear into bite-size pieces.

• Dice the avocado and mango.

• Slice the cucumber and cherry tomatoes.

• Soak the red onion in cold water for 5 minutes to reduce sharpness, then drain.

3. Make the dressing

• In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.

• Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

4. Assemble the bowl

• Place lettuce at the bottom of a large bowl.

• Arrange chicken, avocado, mango, cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion on top.

• Drizzle evenly with the dressing.

• Finish with fresh cilantro or parsley and a light sprinkle of black pepper.

🍽️ Serving

• Serve immediately while fresh.

• Can be gently tossed before eating or enjoyed as a composed bowl.

💡 Pro Tips

• Add avocado last to keep it fresh and intact.

• For extra protein, add a boiled egg or grilled shrimp.

• For a heartier meal, include quinoa, brown rice, or toasted bread.

🌿 Dish Highlights

• High protein, healthy fats

• Fresh, light, and satisfying

• Ideal for meal prep, clean eating, or post-workout meals