Description
A high-protein salad featuring spicy buffalo chicken, creamy avocado, and a bright lime-olive oil dressing. A refreshing twist on classic buffalo flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Grill or pan-sear the chicken breasts until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
- While the chicken is still warm, toss it in a bowl with the buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
- Allow the buffalo chicken to cool slightly to prevent wilting the lettuce.
- In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Place the chopped romaine lettuce in a large serving bowl.
- Add the diced avocado, sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro to the lettuce.
- Top the salad with the buffalo chicken.
- Drizzle the lime dressing over the top and toss gently to combine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch/Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Assembly
- Cuisine: American