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Spicy Southwest Salad

Spicy Southwest Salad
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Experience a burst of flavor with our Spicy Southwest Salad, a vibrant and satisfying dish perfect for any occasion! This salad combines fresh ingredients like grilled chicken, colorful vegetables, and a zesty spicy ranch dressing that elevates your meal to new heights. Whether you’re preparing a healthy lunch or an impressive dinner, this salad is customizable and easy to make. With protein-rich chicken and nutritious toppings such as black beans and avocados, it’s both hearty and refreshing. Enjoy it on its own or pair it with tortilla chips for added crunch. Dive into this delightful recipe today!

Ingredients

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  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 lime (juiced and zested)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • ½ cup ranch dressing
  • 2–3 tbsp hot sauce of choice
  • 1 head green leaf lettuce (chopped)
  • 2 tomatoes (diced)
  • 1 can black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
  • 2 avocados (sliced)
  • 1 cup corn
  • ½ red onion (sliced)
  • ½ cup tortilla strips
  • Cilantro for garnish and lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken by mixing lime juice and zest, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, honey, and avocado oil in a bowl. Add the chicken breasts and refrigerate for at least 8 hours.
  2. Grill the marinated chicken over medium heat for about 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through. Let cool before slicing.
  3. In a small bowl, mix ranch dressing with hot sauce to create your spicy ranch dressing.
  4. In a large bowl, combine chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, black beans, sliced bell pepper, avocado slices, corn, sliced red onion, tortilla strips, and grilled chicken. Drizzle with spicy ranch dressing.

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