Southwest Salad Recipe
User Reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
481 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Salad
Southwest Salad Recipe
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Southwest Salad is a hearty mix of flavorful grilled chicken, avocado, cheese, corn, and beans served with a creamy cilantro dressing! It has that rich Mexican vibe, and it is done in 30 minutes or less!
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Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 2 medium chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 lime zested and juiced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Salad:
- 2 cups romaine lettuce chopped
- 1 ripe avocado sliced
- 8 small cherry tomatoes cut in half
- 1/2 cup black beans rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup corn rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cheddar cheese grated
- 1/4 cup cilantro for topping
Creamy Cilantro Dressing:
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayo
- 1/4 cup cilantro packed
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Garnish:
- chopped green onions
- cilantro
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Instructions
Marinate the Chicken:
- Add chicken breasts, taco seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, lime juice, zest, and olive oil in a medium ziplock bag. Close and shake well to fully coat the chicken into the mixture.
- Allow marinating for 10 minutes or up to 1-2 days in advance.
Cook the Chicken:
- Place a cast-iron grill skillet over medium-high heat and once it is hot brush it with about 1 teaspoon of oil.
- Add the chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, depends how thick the chicken is.
- You can also cook the chicken on a gas grill. Turn on the grill to medium-high, clean the grates, and grill the chicken on both sides for about 10 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Allow chicken to rest for at least 5-10 minutes before slicing it.
Creamy Cilantro Dressing:
- Add all the dressing ingredients to a food processor and pulse to combine until smooth.
Assemble:
- Place the chopped romaine lettuce on the bottom of a salad plate or bowl.
- Top with avocado, chopped tomatoes, black beans, corn, cilantro, cheddar cheese, and sliced chicken.
- Drizzle the dressing on top just before serving.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and chopped green onions.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
481kcal
(24%)
Carbohydrates
24g
(8%)
Protein
38g
(76%)
Fat
27g
(42%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Cholesterol
85mg
(28%)
Sodium
754mg
(31%)
Potassium
995mg
(28%)
Fiber
7g
(28%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
2869IU
(57%)
Vitamin C
23mg
(26%)
Calcium
179mg
(18%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 481 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 481kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 38g | 76% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 85mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 754mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 995mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 2869IU | 57% |
| Vitamin C | 23mg | 26% |
| Calcium | 179mg | 18% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
15 reviews
Excellent
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