Soy-Free Mexican Chicken Salad
Dive into the vibrant flavors of this Soy-Free Mexican Chicken Salad, a wholesome dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious! Tender, spice-rubbed chicken breasts are cooked to perfection, then layered atop a colorful medley of fresh romaine lettuce, creamy avocado, sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, and zesty cilantro. A tangy lime dressing ties it all together, enhancing the bold Mexican-inspired spices of cumin and chili powder. Packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, this gluten-and-soy-free recipe is perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a refreshing and satisfying way to enjoy bold, fresh flavors in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 large minced garlic clove
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cooked corn kernels
- 1 large diced avocado
- 0.5 medium finely chopped red onion
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cup chopped cilantro
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
Instructions
Begin by preparing the chicken. Rub the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for about 7-8 minutes on each side or until the chicken is cooked through and has a golden-brown crust.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked corn, diced avocado, chopped red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped cilantro.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of lime juice with a pinch of salt and pepper to make the dressing.
Incorporate the cooked chicken slices into the salad mixture and pour the lime dressing over everything. Toss gently to combine.
Arrange the chopped romaine lettuce on a large serving plate or individual plates, and top it with the chicken and vegetable mixture.
Serve immediately, enjoying the fresh, vibrant flavors of the Mexican chicken salad without any soy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1493 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.1 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 329 mg | 110% | |
| Sodium | 1617 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.0 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.6 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.1 g | ||
| Protein | 137.5 g | 275% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 198 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2354 mg | 50% | |
*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.
