Southwest Salad with Chipotle Ranch Dressing
Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine with this Southwest Salad featuring a creamy Chipotle Ranch Dressing. This colorful dish is packed with protein and fresh vegetables, making it a satisfying meal for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue, preparing a hearty lunch, or looking for a delicious side dish, this salad is versatile and quick to prepare in just 20 minutes. With its crunchy textures and bold flavors from grilled chicken and zesty dressing, it’s sure to please everyone at the table. Try it as a wrap or serve it over grains for an extra filling option!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 50 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
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- 5 Romaine lettuce heads
- 3 bags grilled chicken strips (12 oz each of Fajita flavored)
- 3 cans black beans (15 oz each)
- 3 cans corn (15 oz each)
- 4 tomatoes
- 3 bell peppers (red, orange, green)
- 16 oz Chipotle ranch dressing
Instructions
- Wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces; place in a large mixing bowl.
- Dice tomatoes and chop bell peppers; add them to the bowl with the lettuce.
- Drain and rinse black beans and corn; mix them in with the other vegetables.
- Add grilled chicken strips to the bowl, ensuring even distribution.
- Drizzle chipotle ranch dressing over the salad and toss gently until well coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg