This refreshing paleo salad combines juicy mango, creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and tender chicken for a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Tossed with a zesty lime-cilantro dressing, it’s light yet satisfying — ideal for a quick lunch or a nourishing dinner.
Serves: 2–3
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes (uses pre-cooked chicken)
Ingredients
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1 avocado, cubed
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1 mango, cubed
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1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or sliced
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1 head Boston Bibb lettuce, washed and shredded
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1 cucumber, diced
Dressing
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5 tbsp lime juice
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp chopped cilantro
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2 tbsp honey
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½–1 tsp Dijon mustard (to taste)
Instructions
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Prep ingredients: Peel and cube the mango and avocado. Dice the cucumber. Shred the chicken and lettuce.
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Assemble the salad: Combine chicken, mango, avocado, cucumber, and lettuce in a large bowl.
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Make the dressing: Whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, honey, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
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Toss and serve: Pour dressing over salad and toss gently. Serve immediately.
Notes
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Meal prep tip: Keep the dressing separate until ready to eat to prevent soggy lettuce.
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Variations: Try grilled chicken for extra flavor or add sliced radish for crunch.
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Crohn’s-friendly adjustment: If raw cucumber is too harsh during a flare, omit or substitute with cooked zucchini.
- Paleo
- SCD Appropriate
- Appropriate for the Roadmap to Health for IBD Sufferers
- Appropriate for the Roadmap to Health
- Gluten-Free
FAQs
Is this salad paleo?
Yes, this salad uses only whole, paleo-approved ingredients like chicken, avocado, mango, and honey for sweetness.
Can I make this salad ahead?
Yes — prep the chicken, mango, and lettuce ahead of time, but add avocado and dressing just before serving for the best texture.
What protein substitutions work?
Shrimp or grilled salmon are great paleo-friendly swaps for chicken.
