Spicy Southwest Salad
This Spicy Southwest Salad is a delightful fusion of fresh ingredients and bold flavors, perfect for any meal. Featuring grilled chicken marinated in zesty spices, this salad is packed with vibrant vegetables like tomatoes, avocados, and bell peppers. Topped with a creamy spicy ranch dressing and crunchy tortilla strips, it offers a satisfying crunch with every bite. Whether enjoyed as a filling main dish or a refreshing side at gatherings, this colorful salad is sure to impress. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s an ideal option for busy weeknights or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lime (juiced and zested)
- 2 chicken breasts
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 2–3 tbsp hot sauce (to taste)
- 1 head green leaf lettuce (chopped)
- 2 tomatoes (diced)
- 1 can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 2 avocados (sliced)
- 1 cup corn
- Tortilla strips and cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: Combine lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, honey, and avocado oil in a bowl. Add chicken; coat well and refrigerate for at least 8 hours.
- Grill the chicken: Heat grill pan over medium heat; grill chicken for about 5-6 minutes on each side until cooked through. Slice into strips.
- Make the dressing: Mix ranch dressing with hot sauce in a bowl.
- Assemble the salad: Layer chopped lettuce on plates; top with grilled chicken strips, diced tomatoes, black beans, sliced bell pepper, avocado slices, corn, and tortilla strips. Drizzle with spicy ranch dressing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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