Black Bean Chicken Salad

Refreshing and satisfying with its mix of beans, veggies, and chicken, this salad will be a winner on any day.

Ingredients

• 6 cups torn lettuce
• 1 1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
• 1 can (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 or parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped seeded tomato
• 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon olive or canola oil
• 1 tablespoon lime juice

• 1/2 teaspoon grated lime peel
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder

How to make it 



• 1

  In a large serving bowl, combine the lettuce, chicken, beans, tomatoes, green pepper, onion, and cheese.
• 2

  In a blender or food processor, combine the vinaigrette ingredients; cover and process until smooth.
• 3

  Pour over salad and toss to coat. Serves 4.