Description
Cilantro Lime Chicken Taco Salad is a fresh, vibrant dish featuring juicy grilled chicken seasoned with zesty lime and cilantro, served atop a bed of crisp greens with crunchy tortilla strips, creamy avocado, and a tangy dressing.
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips
- For Dressing: 2 tablespoons lime juice 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon honey Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, lime juice, and cilantro.
- Marinate chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 20 minutes.
- Grill or pan-fry chicken over medium heat until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Let rest, then slice.
- In a large bowl, combine salad greens, cherry tomatoes, avocado, black beans, red onion, and shredded cheese.
- Prepare dressing by whisking lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently.
- Top salad with sliced chicken and crushed tortilla chips before serving.
Notes
- Substitute chicken with grilled shrimp or tofu for variation.
- Add jalapeño slices for extra heat.
- Serve with sour cream or salsa on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg