Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad, a delightful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This salad combines tender chicken, creamy avocado, and zesty lime in a quick and easy recipe that takes only 15 minutes to prepare. Ideal for lunch, dinner, or picnics, this dish can easily be customized to fit your dietary preferences by swapping out proteins or vegetables. Packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor, it’s a wholesome choice that keeps you satisfied without feeling weighed down.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, black beans, corn, diced red bell pepper, finely chopped red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until well coated.
- Serve immediately or chill before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg