Description
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this Spicy Southwest Salad! This vibrant dish features a medley of fresh ingredients, including zesty ranch dressing, tender grilled chicken, and creamy avocado, all layered atop crisp greens. Perfect for a quick lunch or a colorful side at dinner, it promises a flavor explosion in every bite. Packed with protein and fiber, it’s not only delicious but also healthy. Plus, it’s easily customizable to suit your preferences. Whether you’re meal prepping or serving guests, this salad is sure to impress!
Ingredients
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- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 head green leaf lettuce (chopped)
- 2 tomatoes (diced)
- 1 can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 2 avocados (sliced)
- 1 cup corn
- ½ red onion (sliced)
- Tortilla strips
- Spicy ranch dressing (made with ranch dressing and hot sauce)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in spices for at least 8 hours.
- Grill the marinated chicken on medium heat for about 10–12 minutes until cooked through.
- Prepare the spicy ranch dressing by mixing ranch with hot sauce.
- Assemble the salad by layering greens first, followed by chicken and other toppings. Drizzle with dressing before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large bowl (350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with roasted chickpeas. Adjust hot sauce based on your spice preference.