Smoked Chicken and Salsa Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Elevate your salad game with this Smoked Chicken and Salsa Salad—a vibrant, protein-packed dish bursting with smoky, zesty, and refreshing flavors. Crisp romaine lettuce forms the base, layered with juicy shredded smoked chicken, black beans, sweet corn, and tangy cherry tomatoes. A zesty homemade lime vinaigrette infused with garlic and cumin ties it all together, while fresh cilantro, diced red onion, and optional garnishes like creamy avocado and crunchy tortilla chips add a dynamic texture and bold taste. This no-cook recipe is ready in just 20 minutes, making it a perfect quick lunch or light dinner option. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or meal prepping ahead, this colorful salad is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

15 items

• 2 cups (shredded or cubed) Smoked chicken
• 6 cups (chopped) Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup (quartered) Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup (rinsed and drained) Canned black beans
• 1 cup (fresh, canned, or frozen and thawed) Corn kernels
• 1 small (finely diced) Red onion
• 0.25 cup (chopped) Cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons (or to taste) Black pepper
• 1 cup (crushed, optional) Tortilla chips
• 1 (sliced, for garnish, optional) Avocado

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. Prepare the base of the salad by washing and chopping the romaine lettuce. Place it into a large serving bowl.

2. Add the shredded or cubed smoked chicken to the bowl with the lettuce.

3. In a separate medium-sized bowl, combine the quartered cherry tomatoes, black beans, corn kernels, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro. Stir to mix evenly.

4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

5. Pour the dressing over the tomato and bean mixture. Gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly, creating the salsa topping for the salad.

6. Spoon the salsa mixture over the romaine lettuce and smoked chicken in the serving bowl.

7. Optional: Sprinkle crushed tortilla chips over the top for added crunch and garnish with sliced avocado if desired.

8. Serve the salad immediately and enjoy a refreshing, smoky, and zesty dish!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (307.6g)

Calories		443
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		19.7 g	25%
	Saturated Fat	3.7 g	18%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		49 mg	16%
Sodium		964 mg	42%
Total Carbohydrate		45.2 g	16%
	Dietary Fiber	9.2 g	33%
	Total Sugars	4.9 g
Protein		24.3 g	49%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		105 mg	8%
Iron		4.0 mg	22%
Potassium		802 mg	17%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 707 cal (38.8%%)

Protein: 390 cal (21.4%%)

Carbs: 725 cal (39.8%%)