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Chipotle Chicken Chopped Salad: A Flavorful Delight!

A flavorful and nutritious Chipotle Chicken Chopped Salad packed with protein and fresh ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
  • 1 cup corn canned or frozen
  • 1 cup black beans canned, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup diced cucumber
  • 1 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cups mixed greens romaine, spinach, or your choice

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, corn, black beans, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and avocado.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
  4. Serve the salad over a bed of mixed greens. Garnish with chopped cilantro.
  5. For best flavor, let the salad sit for about 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing.
  • Substitute grilled shrimp or tofu for the chicken to make it a seafood or vegetarian option.

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