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Mexican Chicken Salad

A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lime dressing, perfect for a light meal or as a side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 2 cups romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 cup corn cooked
  • 1 cup black beans rinsed and drained
Chicken
  • 2 cups grilled chicken breast sliced
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Toppings
  • 1/2 cup avocado diced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then grill for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Remove from grill and let rest before slicing.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Assemble the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, corn, and black beans. Add the sliced chicken on top.
  2. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  3. Top with diced avocado, chopped cilantro, and crumbled feta cheese before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad can be served immediately or chilled in the refrigerator for up to an hour before serving for a refreshing taste.

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