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Quick Southwest Chicken Salad


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  • Author: camellia
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free

Description

A vibrant and colorful salad that captures the essence of summer with juicy chicken, crisp veggies, and a zesty lime dressing.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Gather your fresh ingredients.
  2. Combine the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro in a large bowl.
  3. Whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper in a separate small bowl.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture.
  5. Toss gently to combine all the flavors and serve immediately.

Notes

Use leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience. Experiment with different beans or add chili powder for extra heat.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Southwestern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg
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