Description
A vibrant salad combining juicy chicken and fresh vegetables with a zesty lime dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup corn
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups mixed greens or spinach
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the shredded chicken, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced bell pepper, corn, diced avocado, thinly sliced red onion, mixed greens, and chopped cilantro in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to coat.
- Serve immediately or chill for about 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
Notes
For make-ahead preparation, store the dressing separately until ready to serve. Using rotisserie chicken can save time while adding flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg