Southwest Chicken Salad

Southwest Chicken Salad

Introduction

This Southwest Chicken Salad is bursting with vibrant flavors and textures. Tender diced chicken, black beans, corn, red peppers, and fresh cilantro come together with a creamy, zesty dressing for a protein-packed, refreshing dish. Perfect for meal prep, wraps, or as a standalone salad, it’s a healthy and flavorful option for lunches or light dinners all week.

Ingredients

For the Chicken Mix:

• 4 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
• 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
• 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup green onions, chopped
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced

For the Creamy Dressing:

• Juice of 1 lime (about 3 tbsp)
• Juice of 1/2 lemon (about 2 tbsp)
• 1/4 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp oregano
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions