Description
A vibrant, filling salad that combines grilled chicken, black beans, corn, and a zesty dressing for a comforting yet fresh meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Romaine Lettuce (chopped)
- 1 cup Grilled Chicken Breast (sliced)
- 1/2 cup Black Beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1/2 cup Corn (canned or frozen, thawed)
- 1/2 cup Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup Red Onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup Shredded Cheese (like Monterey Jack or Cheddar)
- Avocado Slices (optional)
- Cilantro (for garnish)
- Ranch Dressing or Dressing of Choice
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Wash your veggies and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
- Grill the Chicken: Season and grill chicken over medium heat until cooked. Let rest before slicing.
- Prepare the Toppings: Drain black beans, thaw corn, halve cherry tomatoes, and slice red onion.
- Combine the Salad: Add grilled chicken and toppings to the bowl with romaine and toss gently.
- Cheese and Avocado Time: Sprinkle cheese and arrange avocado slices on top.
- Dress it Up: Drizzle your dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
- Garnish: Finish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.
Notes
Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite proteins or dressings! It can be stored in the refrigerator for a day if the ingredients are kept separate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: salad, Santa Fe, grilled chicken, healthy, vibrant meal