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Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad

Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad: Flavorful & Nutritious Delight

Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad is a vibrant, nutritious meal with crunchy textures and mouthwatering flavors, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Southwest
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken use rotisserie chicken for added flavor and reduced prep time
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels fresh or frozen corn works well; drain canned corn
  • 1 cup Black Beans drained and rinsed for optimal taste
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes use fresh tomatoes or cherry tomatoes for a different texture
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Onions red onions offer a milder flavor
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro use parsley as a substitute if cilantro isn’t available
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning ensure gluten-free if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh lime juice is best
  • to taste Salt use sea salt for best results
  • to taste Pepper use freshly cracked black pepper

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded chicken, corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, chopped onions, and fresh cilantro. Gently toss together until well mixed.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, taco seasoning, and fresh lime juice until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour the dressing over the mixed salad ingredients. Gently fold to coat everything evenly.
  4. Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper to your preference.
  5. Serve immediately or chill for 1-2 hours to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Chilling the salad allows flavors to develop even more. Always check for gluten-free options in seasonings.

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