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Spicy Southwest Salad

Spicy Southwest Salad
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Spice up your meal with this vibrant Spicy Southwest Salad! This delightful dish combines fresh, crisp vegetables with succulent grilled chicken, creamy avocado, and a zesty ranch dressing that packs a flavorful punch. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this salad is not only visually appealing but also brimming with nutrients. With its colorful medley of ingredients and customizable options, it’s an excellent choice for gatherings or meal prep. Whip it up in just 20 minutes and enjoy a satisfying, protein-packed meal any day of the week!

Ingredients

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  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 lime (juiced and zested)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • ½ cup ranch dressing
  • 2–3 tbsp hot sauce of choice
  • 1 head green leaf lettuce (chopped)
  • 2 tomatoes (diced)
  • 1 can black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
  • 2 avocados (sliced)
  • 1 cup corn
  • ½ red onion (sliced)
  • ½ cup tortilla strips
  • Cilantro for garnish and lime wedges

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, honey, avocado oil, and salt. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Refrigerate for 8 to 24 hours.
  2. Heat a grill pan over medium heat, spray with cooking spray, then cook the marinated chicken for about 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature). Let cool slightly before slicing.
  3. Mix ranch dressing with hot sauce in a small bowl until combined.
  4. In a large serving bowl, layer chopped lettuce as the base. Top with sliced chicken, diced tomatoes, black beans, bell pepper slices, avocado slices, corn, red onion rings, tortilla strips, and cilantro. Drizzle with lime juice and spicy ranch dressing before serving.

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