Description
A refreshing and flavorful salad featuring shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and a zesty lime dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned (drained)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, black beans, corn, red bell pepper, avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice as desired.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the salad.
- You can also substitute grilled shrimp or tofu for the chicken for a different protein option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg