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Southwest Salad with a Chipotle Ranch Dressing

Southwest Salad with Chipotle Ranch Dressing

Experience the vibrant flavors of a Southwest Salad with Chipotle Ranch Dressing, a dish that effortlessly combines fresh ingredients for a satisfying meal or quick lunch option.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 5 Romaine lettuce heads
  • 3 cans black beans (15 oz each)
  • 3 cans corn (15 oz each)
  • 4 tomatoes
  • 3 bags grilled chicken strips (12 oz each of Fajita flavored)
  • 3 bell peppers (red, orange, green)
  • 16 oz Chipotle ranch dressing

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry all fresh produce. Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and dice the tomatoes and bell peppers.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, diced bell peppers, and grilled chicken strips.
  3. Drizzle chipotle ranch dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well coated.
  4. Serve immediately or store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to three days.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Feel free to swap grilled chicken for turkey or beef based on your preference. For added flavor, consider incorporating avocado or spicy jalapeños. Allow the salad to chill before serving to meld the flavors.

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