Description
Santa Fe Chicken Salad with Tangy Lime Dressing is a colorful and refreshing dish that perfectly balances taste and nutrition. This salad features juicy grilled chicken, protein-packed black beans, sweet roasted corn, and fresh vegetables, all tossed together in a zesty lime dressing that adds a delightful tang. Ideal for light lunches, dinner parties, or picnics, this versatile salad can be customized to suit your preferences. With its quick preparation time of just 30 minutes, it’s a fantastic option for busy weeknights or meal prep throughout the week. Whether you enjoy it as a main dish or alongside your favorite sides, this Santa Fe Chicken Salad is sure to please every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 skinless boneless chicken breasts (1 – 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ½ cup black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 large corn cob (roasted)
- 1 avocado (diced)
- Homemade taco seasoning
- Zesty lime dressing (olive oil, lime juice, maple syrup, cilantro)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let sit at room temperature for about an hour.
- Grill the chicken over medium heat for about 8 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F). Rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Grill the corn until blackened on all sides; cool slightly and cut off kernels.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine romaine lettuce, green onions, cherry tomatoes, black beans, roasted corn kernels, diced avocado, and cheese.
- Toss gently and serve topped with sliced chicken and tortilla strips as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (about 400g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg