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Perfect for an easy meal that is both healthy and delicious, these tasty avocado and rotisserie chicken burritos are packed with fresh ingredients, and come together with a zesty lemon Dijon dressing.

Dressing Ingredients

• 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 Tbsp. mayonnaise
• 1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
• 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, finely minced 
• 1/2 tsp. lemon zest
• 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
• salt and pepper, to taste

Dressing Instructions

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