Description

Experience the bold flavors of Southwest Salad featuring grilled chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a zesty dressing. This simple yet delicious dish is perfect for a quick meal or a healthy lunch, making it an irresistible option for homemade recipes.

Ingredients

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1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
salt and pepper to taste
2 corn on the cob or 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup diced fresh tomatoes or cherry tomatoes, halved
1 avocado, sliced
2 green onions, sliced
cilantro lime dressing or your favorite store-bought dressing

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Instructions

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (400°F).
Pound the chicken breasts to ½ inch thickness using a meat mallet, then brush with 2 teaspoons of olive oil and sprinkle with cajun seasoning.
If using corn cobs, brush lightly with remaining olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and grill until lightly charred, rotating occasionally. Cool and cut the kernels off the cob.
Grill the chicken for 6 minutes, flip, and cook for an additional 6 to 8 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.
In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine, corn kernels, black beans, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, green onions, and avocado slices.
Slice the grilled chicken and arrange it on top of the salad.
Drizzle with your dressing of choice and toss gently to coat.

Notes

For a quicker option, use pre-cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken.
Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or toppings—bell peppers, corn, or jalapeños work well!

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 900mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 9g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 85mg