Description
This Cilantro Chicken Chopped Salad is a fresh and vibrant meal packed with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, creamy avocado, and a zesty cilantro-lime dressing. Perfect for a nutritious lunch or light dinner, it combines wholesome ingredients for a flavorful and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
Salad
- 3 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- ½ cup corn kernels
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 avocado, diced
Cilantro Dressing
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: Place the chopped romaine lettuce, diced cooked chicken breast, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, corn kernels, finely chopped red onion, chopped fresh cilantro, and diced avocado in a large mixing bowl.
- Prepare Dressing: In a blender or food processor, combine the fresh cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, garlic clove, salt, and black pepper. Blend until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
- Toss Salad: Pour the cilantro dressing over the salad mixture in the bowl.
- Mix Thoroughly: Gently toss the salad ingredients and dressing together until they are evenly coated and well combined.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy the fresh textures and flavors at their best.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken works well for a quick and convenient version.
- For extra protein and fiber, consider adding black beans.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American