SPICY SOUTHWEST CHOPPED SALAD WITH SALSA VERDE
This is by far the best summer salad I have ever made! You can adjust the amount of spice, depending on your preference by adding more or less jalapeno and Cajun seasoning. The salsa verde makes a big enough batch that you can have more for dipping chips later. It is a great low-fat, all-in-one meal. This dish can also be topped with crushed tortilla chips, if desired.
Provided by Jenny from WA
Categories Salad
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rolling boil; add the corn and boil 15 to 20 minutes. Remove the corn and allow to cool until cool enough to handle. Cut the corn off of the cob and place into a large mixing bowl; set aside.
- Place the tomatillos, cilantro, jalapeno, onion, garlic, salt, and 4 teaspoons of lime juice into a blender. Pulse until the vegetables have been finely chopped; set aside. Toss the avocado with 1 teaspoon of lime juice and mix with the corn, cabbage, black beans, and bell pepper.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning.
- Cook the chicken breasts on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 6 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Set the breasts aside until cool enough to handle; cut into bite sized pieces.
- Divide the lettuce leaves onto 4 plates. Mound the avocado mixture on top of the lettuce, followed by the chicken. Sprinkle with cotija cheese and garnish with lime wedges to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 550.4 calories, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 99.3 mg, Fat 22.4 g, Fiber 17.5 g, Protein 43 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 1112.4 mg, Sugar 10.9 g
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Gani khan
[email protected]I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the combination of flavors and the salsa verde is the perfect finishing touch.
Pakistani Loonda
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect summer salad. I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors.
Clive Otis Nkiwane
[email protected]I love the versatility of this salad. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I often add grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a more complete meal.
Said Muhammad Abubakar
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a great way to use up leftover veggies. I always have a bunch of random veggies in my fridge and this salad is a great way to use them up.
Omphile Motsa
[email protected]I've made this salad for several parties and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the combination of flavors and the salsa verde is the perfect finishing touch.
Shamell Apiyo
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect summer salad. I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors.
Abayomi Oluwaseun
[email protected]I love the versatility of this salad. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I often add grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a more complete meal.
Irene Auma
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover veggies. I always have a bunch of random veggies in my fridge and this salad is a great way to use them up. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
Naima Dahir
[email protected]I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the combination of flavors and the salsa verde is the perfect finishing touch.
Josh Mukisa
[email protected]This salad is amazing! The combination of flavors is perfect and the salsa verde is to die for. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Thabang Leshika
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, picnics, and even just for a quick lunch at home. It's always a hit.
Mike Ruiz
[email protected]This salad was delicious! I made it for a party and it was a hit. The flavors are amazing and the salsa verde is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.