Low Fat Southwest Chicken Salad
Bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors, this Low Fat Southwest Chicken Salad is a healthy twist on a classic favorite. Featuring tender, spice-rubbed grilled chicken breast atop a crisp bed of romaine lettuce, it’s loaded with wholesome ingredients like black beans, sweet corn, cherry tomatoes, and creamy avocado. A zesty, guilt-free dressing made with non-fat Greek yogurt, fresh lime juice, and cilantro ties it all together for a refreshing dish that feels indulgent, yet stays low in calories. Perfect as a light lunch or dinner, this protein-packed salad comes together in just 25 minutes, offering a delicious way to maintain a balanced diet without sacrificing Southwest-inspired flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 cups romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup canned black beans (reduced sodium, rinsed and drained)
- 1 cup frozen corn (thawed)
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium avocado
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (non-fat, plain)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons cilantro (chopped)
Instructions
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over both chicken breasts.
Grill the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from grill and set aside to rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the salad base. Chop the romaine lettuce and add it to a large salad bowl.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half, dice the red bell pepper, and peel and dice the avocado. Add these to the salad bowl along with the black beans and corn.
In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lime juice, honey, and cilantro to create the low-fat dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Top the salad with the sliced grilled chicken.
Serve immediately and enjoy your low-fat Southwest chicken salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1548 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.3 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 300 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 1313 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 124.5 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.1 g | 136% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.4 g | ||
| Protein | 150.9 g | 302% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 387 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 4023 mg | 86% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
