Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad Recipe for Flavor Lovers to Enjoy
A vibrant and flavorful salad perfect for those who love zesty dishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup corn, drained
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, corn, black beans, red bell pepper, avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- This salad can be customized with your favorite veggies.
- For extra protein, add cheese or nuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad, Chicken Salad Recipe, Flavorful Salad