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Zesty Chicken And Bean Salad

This vibrant salad features succulent chicken, hearty beans, and a zesty dressing, making it a perfect light meal or side dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded
  • 1 can black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 can corn rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
For the Dressing
  • 1 lime lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon pepper to taste
For Garnish
  • 1 avocado avocado sliced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Pour the dressing over the chicken and bean mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper as desired.
  5. Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Serve the salad topped with sliced avocado and chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 500mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5g

Notes

For added zest, you can also include diced jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce in the dressing. This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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