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Southwest Chicken Salad


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  • Author: john-morgan35
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A vibrant and healthy salad combining grilled chicken, black beans, corn, avocado, and a zesty chipotle-lime dressing. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.


Ingredients

  • Grilled chicken (leftovers or pre-cooked)
  • Black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • Sweet corn (fresh or frozen, thawed)
  • Romaine lettuce (roughly chopped)
  • Avocado (diced)
  • Cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • Chipotle-lime dressing (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, toss together the grilled chicken, black beans, sweet corn, romaine lettuce, diced avocado, and halved cherry tomatoes.
  2. Drizzle the chipotle-lime dressing over the salad.
  3. Gently toss everything to combine, ensuring the dressing coats all the ingredients.
  4. Serve immediately for the freshest taste!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge, keeping the dressing separate to avoid sogginess.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg