Southwest Chicken Salad
A colorful and healthy salad packed with protein and fiber, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 pieces grilled chicken breasts, sliced
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup corn kernels (canned or fresh)
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 piece avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
Dressing
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, combine salad greens, cherry tomatoes, corn, black beans, avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Top the salad with sliced grilled chicken.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
This salad is best enjoyed fresh. To keep it fresh, store the dressing separately and add it just before serving. For added crunch, consider adding some tortilla strips or croutons on top. For more heat, you can add sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce. Make sure to season your chicken with spices before grilling for extra flavor.