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Southwest Chicken Salad

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  • Author: Jessica Marie
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free, Dairy Free

Description

A vibrant and wholesome salad featuring grilled chicken, black beans, sweet corn, and fresh vegetables, all tied together with a zesty chipotle-lime dressing.


Ingredients

  • Grilled chicken
  • Black beans
  • Sweet corn
  • Romaine lettuce
  • Avocado
  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Chipotle-lime dressing

Instructions

  1. Grill the chicken until fully cooked and slice it. Let it rest before cutting.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the black beans, sweet corn, romaine lettuce, diced avocado, and halved cherry tomatoes.
  3. Add the grilled chicken on top.
  4. Drizzle the salad with chipotle-lime dressing.
  5. Toss gently to combine everything.
  6. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for meal prep.

Notes

If storing for later, keep the dressing separate to maintain lettuce crispness. Enjoy with a chilled glass of sparkling water.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg