Mexican Chefs Salad

Bursting with vibrant flavors and colorful ingredients, this Mexican Chef's Salad is the perfect combination of healthy and hearty. Crisp Romaine lettuce serves as the base, crowned with fresh cherry tomatoes, black beans, sweet corn, creamy avocado, and tender strips of grilled chicken breast. Topped with shredded cheddar or a zesty Mexican cheese blend and crunchy tortilla strips, this salad achieves the perfect balance of textures. A tangy lime-cilantro dressing, made with olive oil, honey, and minced garlic, ties it all together, infusing every bite with a bright, refreshing zest. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this protein-packed recipe is ideal for a satisfying lunch or light dinner. A must-try for taco salad fans and anyone craving a fresh take on Mexican-inspired cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup Black beans
• 1 cup Corn kernels (canned or fresh)
• 1 large Avocado
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese blend
• 2 medium Grilled chicken breast
• 1 cup Tortilla strips
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
• 3 tablespoons Lime juice
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 small Garlic clove, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and chop the Romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.

Step 3

Rinse and drain the black beans, then add them to the salad.

Step 4

Add the corn kernels to the bowl (use fresh or canned corn).

Step 5

Dice the avocado into small cubes and gently toss it into the salad.

Step 6

Slice the grilled chicken breasts into thin strips and add them on top of the salad.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the salad.

Step 8

Top the salad with tortilla strips for a crunchy texture.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Finely chop the fresh cilantro and mix half of it into the dressing, reserving the other half for garnish.

Step 11

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss everything gently to combine.

Step 12

Garnish the salad with the remaining chopped cilantro and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1519.6 grams (1519.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2325

Total Fat 141.20g	181%
Saturated Fat 40.00g	200%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.40g
Cholesterol 379mg	126%
Sodium 3762mg	164%
Total Carbohydrate 147.30g	54%
Dietary Fiber 35.70g	128%
Total Sugars 27.60g
Protein 136.80g	274%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 1087mg	84%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 3527mg	75%

*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: 52.8%

Protein: 22.7%

Carbs: 24.5%