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Southwest Chicken Salad

Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad You'll Love for Meal Prep

Enjoy this flavorful Southwest Chicken Salad, a perfect meal prep option packed with protein and vibrant ingredients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Southwestern
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 can black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup sweet corn well drained
  • 1-2 jalapeños adjust based on spice preference
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes quartered
  • ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
  • ½ cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds) or sunflower seeds
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup mayo or Greek yogurt or dairy-free version
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • a pinch salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine mayo or Greek yogurt, fresh lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until smooth.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add cooked shredded chicken, rinsed black beans, and well-drained sweet corn. Next, finely chop jalapeños and add them, along with quartered cherry tomatoes and finely chopped red onion. Toss gently.
  3. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients and gently fold to coat everything evenly. This takes about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Serve immediately as is, on lettuce, or wrapped in tortillas or lettuce leaves. Refrigerate leftovers for up to five days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh ingredients and store leftovers in an airtight container. Adjust jalapeño based on heat preference.

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