Black Bean Chicken Salad
Refreshing and satisfying with its mix of beans, veggies, and chicken, this salad will be a winner on any day.
Refreshing and satisfying with its mix of beans, veggies, and chicken, this salad will be a winner on any day.
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[ingredients-left]
- 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
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[ingredients-right]
- 1 cup chopped green pepper
- 1/2 cup sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
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[ingredients-list title=”Lime Vinaigrette” serving_size=””]
[ingredients-left]
- 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
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[ingredients-right]
- 1/2 teaspoon grated lime peel
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
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[step-item number=”1″ image_url=”” title=”” ]In a large serving bowl, combine the lettuce, chicken, beans, tomatoes, green pepper, onion, and cheese. [/step-item]
[step-item number=”2″ image_url=”” title=”” ] In a blender or food processor, combine the vinaigrette ingredients; cover and process until smooth. [/step-item]
[step-item number=”3″ image_url=”” title=”” ]Pour over salad and toss to coat. Serves 4.[/step-item]
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[nutrition-info calories=”298″ calories_fat=”” fat=”9g” sat_fat=”3g” choles=”55mg” sodium=”672mg” carbs=”26g” sugars=”” protein=”28g” fiber=”10g”]
Serving size: 2 cups salad with 2 tablespoons vinaigrette
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