Mexican Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing
Ingredients
The salad
-
½
cup
red onion, diced
-
½
cup
green bell pepper, diced
-
4
oz
cherry tomatoes, halved
-
2
ears
corn on the cob
-
1
lb
boneless chicken breast
-
1
tsp
paprika
-
1
tsp
chili powder
-
½
tsp
coriander
-
½
tsp
ground cumin
-
½
tsp
garlic powder
-
¼
tsp
sugar
-
¼
tsp
red pepper flakes
-
½
tsp
sea salt
-
1
tsp
black pepper
-
3–6
pieces
soft corn tortillas
-
6–8
oz
chopped romaine lettuce
-
15
oz
canned black beans, drained and rinsed
The dressing
-
½
medium
avocado
-
1
cup
fresh cilantro
-
⅓
cup
sour cream
-
1
tbsp
minced garlic
-
¼
tsp
ground cumin
-
¼
tsp
sea salt
-
¼
tsp
black pepper
-
1
small
lime
-
½
cup
water, divided
Instructions
- Dice the red onion and green bell pepper, and slice the cherry tomatoes in half.
- Season the corn with salt and pepper, coat with olive oil, and bake at 425°F for 10 minutes per side. Shuck the corn and set aside.
- Butterfly the chicken breast and season with paprika, chili powder, coriander, cumin, garlic powder, sugar, red pepper flakes, sea salt, and black pepper. Apply olive oil to ensure seasoning sticks.
- Cook the chicken in a skillet over high heat for 4 to 5 minutes per side, then slice.
- Cut the tortillas into strips and fry them in hot oil until golden brown, then drain.
- Blend the dressing ingredients in a food processor until smooth, adjusting water for desired consistency.
- Assemble the salad by placing romaine lettuce in a bowl and topping with chicken, corn, black beans, tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, tortilla strips, and cheese. Serve with dressing.
Nutrition Facts (estimated)
Servings
2-3
Calories
612
Total fat
12.9g
Total carbohydrates
53g
Total protein
36.2g
Sodium
2152mg
Cholesterol
18mg
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