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Healthy Santa Fe Salad with Chicken


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  • Author: Michelle Davis
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A fresh and satisfying Southwestern-inspired salad made with seasoned chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy, wholesome dressing.


Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (450 g / 1 lb)

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

  • ½ teaspoon onion powder

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

  • 6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped (240 g / 8 oz)

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (150 g / 5 oz)

  • 1 cup cooked corn kernels (150 g / 5 oz)

  • 1 cup cooked black beans, rinsed and drained (170 g / 6 oz)

  • 1 red bell pepper, diced (150 g / 5 oz)

  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced (70 g / 2.5 oz)

  • 1 avocado, sliced (200 g / 7 oz)

  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (10 g / ⅓ oz)

  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (120 g / 4 oz)

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (30 ml)

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon honey

  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin

  • ½ teaspoon chili powder

  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • 23 tablespoons water


Instructions

  • Mix olive oil and spices, rub over chicken, and cook until fully done. Rest and slice.

  • Whisk all dressing ingredients, adding water until smooth.

  • Combine lettuce, vegetables, beans, corn, and cilantro in a bowl.

  • Top with chicken and avocado, then drizzle with dressing before serving.

Notes

Store salad components separately for best freshness. Dressing can be made up to three days in advance and kept refrigerated.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes