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Spicy Southwest Salad

Spicy Southwest Salad
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Get ready to experience a flavor explosion with this Spicy Southwest Salad! This vibrant dish is loaded with fresh ingredients like black beans, corn, and creamy avocado, all topped off with a zesty homemade ranch dressing that adds the perfect kick. Ideal for lunch or dinner, this salad is quick to prepare—ready in just 20 minutes—making it a fantastic choice for busy weeknights or meal prep. Not only is it colorful and satisfying, but it’s also packed with nutritious components that will leave you feeling great. Whether served as a main course or as a side at your next gathering, this Spicy Southwest Salad is sure to impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 lime (juiced and zested)
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 head green leaf lettuce (chopped)
  • 2 avocados (sliced)
  • 1 can black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup corn
  • Tortilla strips for topping

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, honey, and avocado oil. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Refrigerate for 8 to 24 hours.
  2. Grill the chicken: Heat a grill pan over medium heat. Cook the marinated chicken for about 5-6 minutes on each side until cooked through. Let it rest before slicing.
  3. Prepare the dressing: Mix ranch dressing with your choice of hot sauce in a small bowl.
  4. Assemble the salad: Start with chopped lettuce in a bowl. Layer sliced chicken, tomatoes, black beans, red bell pepper, avocado slices, corn, red onion, and tortilla strips. Drizzle with spicy ranch dressing and finish with lime juice.

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