High Protein Southwest Chicken Salad

Prepare to experience a harmony of flavors in this protein-packed salad. Diced tomatoes and cucumber bring a refreshing crispness, while sweetcorn adds a touch of sweetness. For those who enjoy a little heat, sliced jalapeño peppers provide a kick of spiciness. The grilled chicken breast, a lean source of protein, offers a satisfying and savory element. Sliced avocado lends a creamy richness, while black beans provide a hearty texture and an additional boost of protein. The combination of these ingredients creates a mouthwatering medley that will leave your taste buds dancing.

INGREDIENTS:

For the salad:

2 tomatoes, diced

½ cucumber, diced

4 tbsp. sweetcorn, drained

½ jalapeño pepper, sliced

1 cup (140g) shredded grilled chicken breast

½ avocado, sliced

8 tbsp. black beans, drained

2 cups (150g) romaine lettuce, chopped

DIRECTIONS

Layer the ingredients into a 16-ounce (500ml) mason jar in the following order: spicy cilantro yogurt sauce, tomatoes, cucumber, sweetcorn, jalapeño, chicken breast, avocado, black beans, romaine lettuce.

Store in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. When ready to serve, tip all the ingredients into a bowl, stir to combine, and enjoy.

For the dressing:

SPICY CILANTRO YOGURT DRESSING

1 cup (16g) cilantro

½ cup (140g) Greek yogurt or Coconut Milk Yogurt

½ tbsp. olive oil

1 tbsp. lime juice

1 tsp. coconut sugar

1 clove garlic

1 jalapeño pepper

salt & pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS

Place all the ingredients into a high-speed blender or food processor and blitz until well combined.

Pour the sauce into a jar with a tight-fitting lid and store in the refrigerator.

Use as a sauce or dressing for the High Protein Southwest Chicken Salad and the Chicken Tikka Masala Skewers recipes, which you will find in this recipe pack.