Description
A flavorful fusion of shredded chicken, black beans, and fresh veggies, topped with a zesty lime dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, diced bell pepper, avocado, cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro. Mix them gently to keep the avocado from mashing.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper until the dressing is well-blended.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine all the ingredients.
- Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until you’re ready to serve.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture. Consider adding jalapeños for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg