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High Protein Southwest Chicken Salad


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  • Total Time: 35
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A nutritious and flavorful salad packed with protein from grilled chicken and black beans, perfect for a quick meal.


Ingredients

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  • 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup corn, canned or fresh
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, cherry tomatoes, corn, black beans, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  3. Add the grilled chicken slices on top of the salad.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for meal prep.

Notes

Make sure to season your grilled chicken well for extra flavor. Let the salad sit for a few minutes after adding the dressing for the best taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 25
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg