This black bean chicken salad is packed with veggies and sauced with a zippy vinaigrette, making eating your greens something to look forward to.
Black Bean Chicken Salad
This black bean chicken salad is packed with veggies and sauced with a zippy vinaigrette, making eating your greens something to look forward to.
Ingredients
- 6 cups torn lettuce
- 1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
- 15 ounces black beans rinsed and drained
- 1 cup chopped seeded tomatoes
- 1 cup chopped green pepper
- 1/2 cup sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
lime vinaigrette:
- 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped seeded tomato
- 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- In a large serving bowl, combine the lettuce, chicken, beans, tomatoes, green pepper, onion and cheese. In a blender or food processor, combine the vinaigrette ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Pour over salad and toss to coat.
