Description
A vibrant and healthy Southwest Chicken Salad featuring tender sliced grilled chicken breast atop fresh romaine or mixed greens, complemented by sweet corn, black beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and shredded cheddar cheese, all tossed in a zesty Southwest or chipotle ranch dressing. Perfect for a quick, flavorful lunch that requires no cooking.
Ingredients
Salad Base
- 4 cups romaine or mixed greens
Protein and Veggies
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, sliced
- ½ cup corn (fresh, frozen and thawed, or canned)
- ½ cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- ¼ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ avocado, diced
Cheese and Dressing
- 2 tbsp shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp Southwest or chipotle ranch dressing
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Arrange the 4 cups of romaine or mixed greens evenly in a large salad bowl to create the foundation of your salad.
- Add the Protein and Vegetables: Evenly distribute the sliced cooked chicken breast, corn, black beans, halved cherry tomatoes, and diced avocado over the greens to build layers of flavor and texture.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of shredded cheddar cheese over the assembled salad ingredients for a creamy, savory touch.
- Dress and Toss: Drizzle 2 tablespoons of Southwest or chipotle ranch dressing over the salad, then gently toss all the components together to evenly coat the ingredients in the flavorful dressing before serving.
Notes
- For added crunch and texture, top your salad with crushed tortilla chips just before serving.
- A squeeze of fresh lime juice over the salad can brighten the flavors and add a zesty kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Southwest American
