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Chicken and Bean Salad

Chicken and Bean Salad: 7 Reasons You’ll Love This Healthy Dish

A refreshing chicken and bean salad packed with protein and flavor.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn, drained
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, black beans, corn, bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes for flavors to meld.

Notes

  • Use grilled chicken for added flavor.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like avocado or tomatoes.
  • This salad can be made a day ahead.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: High Protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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