Southwest Chicken Salad
A vibrant and hearty salad featuring grilled chicken, black beans, corn, and a zesty dressing, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 grilled chicken breasts, diced
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup sweet corn (canned or frozen)
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chipotle powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the diced grilled chicken, black beans, corn, romaine lettuce, avocado, and cherry tomatoes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, chipotle powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate it for later enjoyment.
Notes
For optimal freshness, store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Add avocado just before serving to prevent browning.
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