Southwestern Chopped Salad With Avocado Dressing

Name: Southwestern Chopped Salad With Avocado Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped; 1 bell pepper, diced; 2 medium tomatoes, diced; 2 avocados, diced; 15 ounces black beans, rinsed, drained; 1 cup corn; 1 avocado (Dressing ingredients from here till end); 1 lime, juiced; 1 garlic clove; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/2 cup Greek yogurt; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 3 teaspoons water, for desired thickness

Servings: persons

2 chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 bell pepper, diced
2 medium tomatoes, diced
2 avocados, diced
15 ounces black beans, rinsed, drained
1 cup corn
1 avocado (Dressing ingredients from here till end)
1 lime, juiced
1 garlic clove
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 teaspoons water, for desired thickness

1
Mix salt, cumin, and chili powder in bowl. Season the chicken breasts.
2
In a large skillet, heat olive oil, then add chicken breasts. Cook roughly 7-8 minutes each side, remove from pan, then let sit for about 5 minutes before slicing into strips. The juices should run clear and the chicken shouldn't be pink in the center.
3
Cut the chicken into slices.
4
In a large bowl, add lettuce, bell pepper, tomatoes, black beans, corn, and chicken. Toss until everything is mixed. Add avocados, then toss once more. Be careful to not overwork the avocados. Serve in bowl.
5
Add the avocado dressing ingredients to a blender and process until smooth. Add 3 - 6 tablespoons of water for desired thickness.
6
The dressing can be stored in an airtight container and kept refrigerated for 1-2 weeks.
7
Toss the salad with the desired amount of dressing and serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 chicken breasts, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, and more.

Yes, Southwestern Chopped Salad With Avocado Dressing falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!