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healthy southwest chicken salad

Healthy Southwest Chicken Salad That Will Energize You


  • Author: Louna
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Healthy

Description

A nutritious and flavorful salad packed with chicken and southwestern ingredients.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed
  • 1 cup corn, canned or frozen
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, black beans, corn, red bell pepper, avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to chill.

Notes

  • Use grilled chicken for added flavor.
  • Customize with your favorite vegetables.
  • Can be served with tortilla chips for crunch.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Southwestern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: healthy southwest chicken salad