High Protein Southwest Chicken Salad
A flavorful and protein-rich chicken salad with Southwest-inspired ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
- 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup corn, drained
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup diced bell pepper (any color)
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, red onion, bell pepper, and cilantro.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, chili powder, and cumin.
- Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture.
- Stir gently until all ingredients are well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to your preference.
- Serve immediately or chill for later.
Notes
- For a spicier salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or diced jalapeño.
- Serve on lettuce wraps, in sandwiches, or with tortilla chips.
- This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: high protein, southwest chicken salad, chicken salad, healthy lunch, quick meal, protein-rich