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Southwestern Chicken Salad

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  • Author: lima
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Southwestern
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A fresh and vibrant salad combining chicken, beans, corn, and vegetables for a quick, healthy meal.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 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 chicken, black beans, corn, bell pepper, avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

Notes

For best texture, add avocado just before serving. Refrigerate leftovers without dressing for up to 2 days.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg