Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of our Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad, a must-try dish that brings a fiesta to your dining table! This salad harmoniously blends tender chicken, black beans, fresh vegetables, and a creamy lime dressing for an explosion of taste in every bite. Ideal for lunch, dinner, or potlucks, it’s not just a meal; it’s an experience. Quick to prepare and customizable to your liking, this salad is both nutritious and satisfying. Enjoy it as a standalone meal or elevate it with wraps, rice, or lettuce cups. Fresh ingredients and a zesty kick will make this your go-to salad recipe for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Additional toppings: tortilla strips or crushed chips
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, black beans, corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro. Mix gently.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish with shredded cheese and optional tortilla strips before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southwest
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg