Mexican Chef Salad

Bright, bold, and bursting with flavor, this Mexican Chef Salad is a colorful fusion of fresh ingredients and zesty spices, perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner. Crisp romaine lettuce forms the base for a medley of juicy cherry tomatoes, hearty black beans, sweet roasted corn, creamy avocado, shredded cheddar cheese, and protein-packed diced chicken breast. A vibrant lime-cilantro dressing, infused with garlic and cumin, ties everything together with a tangy, herbaceous kick. Topped with crunchy tortilla strips for the ultimate finishing touch, this salad is ready in just 20 minutes and serves a generous four portions. Packed with protein, fiber, and bold Mexican-inspired flavors, it’s both nutritious and delicious—perfect for healthy meal prep or a guilt-free indulgence! Ideal for fans of Tex-Mex cuisine, this recipe will quickly become a weekly favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup Black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup Roasted corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
• 3 ounces Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Cooked chicken breast, diced
• 1 medium Avocado, diced
• 3 ounces Tortilla strips
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl along with the black beans, roasted corn, cheddar cheese, and diced chicken breast.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all the ingredients evenly.

Step 5

Add the diced avocado to the salad, being careful not to mash the pieces, and lightly mix.

Step 6

Top the salad with crispy tortilla strips for added crunch and flavor.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, flavorful Mexican Chef Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1485.4 grams (1485.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2315

Total Fat 125.80g	161%
Saturated Fat 34.00g	170%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.20g
Cholesterol 301mg	100%
Sodium 2304mg	100%
Total Carbohydrate 184.30g	67%
Dietary Fiber 39.20g	140%
Total Sugars 19.70g
Protein 129.10g	258%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 924mg	71%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 3458mg	74%

*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: 47.5%

Protein: 21.6%

Carbs: 30.9%