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Southwest Chicken Salad

Fresh Southwest Chicken Salad Ready in 15 Minutes

This Southwest Chicken Salad is a vibrant, delicious meal packed with fresh ingredients, perfect for a quick lunch or family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Southwest
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Consider using shredded turkey or chickpeas for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 can Black Beans Be sure to rinse them before adding to reduce sodium content.
  • 1 cup Corn You can use fresh, frozen, or canned corn based on what you have.
  • 2 tablespoons Jalapeños Adjust the amount to your spice tolerance, or swap for bell peppers for a milder touch.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Feel free to substitute with any diced tomatoes if needed.
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Soaking the sliced onion in cold water for a few minutes can mellow out the taste.
  • 1/4 cup Pepitas (Pumpkin Seeds) Sunflower seeds work well as a substitute or feel free to skip them.
For the Lime Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Adding fresh lime juice creates the best flavor; bottled juice can be used in a pinch.
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt Substitute with sour cream or even a dairy-free yogurt for a different twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Spices Ensure they’re well mixed to coat every ingredient in this Southwest Chicken Salad perfectly.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together freshly squeezed lime juice, creamy Greek yogurt, and a pinch of cumin, garlic powder, and salt for about 2–3 minutes until smooth.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, layer the salad with cooked shredded chicken, drained black beans, and sweet corn. Toss in diced jalapeños, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion, then gently fold together.
  3. Drizzle the prepared lime dressing over the mixed salad components and stir until all ingredients are coated.
  4. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container, keeping the dressing separate until ready to enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 29gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture. Adjust jalapeño amounts according to your heat preference.

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