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Spicy Southwest Salad

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Spicy Southwest Salad is a delightful fusion of fresh flavors and vibrant ingredients that will soon become a staple in your meal rotation. This salad features tender grilled chicken marinated in zesty spices, complemented by crisp vegetables and creamy avocado. The spicy ranch dressing adds a kick that tantalizes your taste buds, making it perfect for lunches, family dinners, or potlucks. Bursting with nutrition from lean protein and fiber-rich beans, this salad is both satisfying and healthy. Plus, it’s customizable to suit your tastes—add more veggies or swap proteins for a unique twist every time you prepare it. Enjoy this colorful dish any day of the week!

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. Combine lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, honey, and avocado oil in a bowl. Add chicken breasts and coat well. Refrigerate for 8 to 24 hours.
  2. Heat a grill pan over medium heat. Spray with cooking spray and grill chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked. Cool before slicing.
  3. Mix ranch dressing with hot sauce in a small bowl until well combined.
  4. Layer chopped lettuce in a large bowl and top with sliced chicken, diced tomatoes, black beans, sliced bell pepper, avocado, corn, red onion, tortilla strips, cilantro, and lime juice. Drizzle with spicy ranch dressing before serving.

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