Southwest Zesty Chicken Salad
A vibrant and colorful Southwest Zesty Chicken Salad loaded with fresh ingredients and a zesty dressing, perfect for a healthy lunch or light dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (canned or frozen, thawed)
- 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 avocado, diced (optional)
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing or Southwest-style dressing
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups mixed greens (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, grape tomatoes, red onion, red bell pepper, cilantro, and cheddar cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the ranch dressing, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- If using, fold in the diced avocado.
- Serve the salad on a bed of mixed greens, if desired, or enjoy it as a standalone dish.
- Enjoy your Southwest Zesty Chicken Salad as a refreshing and flavorful meal!
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level by adding jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- This salad is great for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Keywords: chicken salad, healthy meal, Southwest salad, meal prep
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