Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad
Discover the vibrant and flavorful Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad Recipe, a must-try for anyone seeking a refreshing meal option. This delightful dish features tender chicken, creamy avocado, and zesty lime, making it perfect for quick lunches, hearty dinners, or festive gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southwest
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 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Dressing: sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients: 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 breast with black beans, corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, chopped red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, and cilantro.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until well combined.
- Top with shredded cheese and optional tortilla strips for added crunch. Serve immediately or chill before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 90mg