Description
This Healthy Street Corn-Inspired Chicken Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish combining tender shredded chicken with sweet corn, bell peppers, and a zesty creamy dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, this salad offers a nutritious blend of protein, fresh vegetables, and bold Mexican-inspired spices.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or grilled)
- ½ cup diced red bell pepper
- ½ cup chopped cilantro
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Ingredients
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional for extra creaminess)
Instructions
- Combine salad ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken, corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, finely chopped red onion, and chopped cilantro until evenly distributed.
- Prepare the dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, Greek yogurt, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Toss salad with dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture, then toss everything together until the salad is coated evenly with the flavorful dressing.
- Add optional creamy elements: If desired, fold in crumbled feta cheese and mayonnaise to add richness and extra creaminess to the salad.
- Serve: Enjoy the salad served over fresh greens, stuffed inside a wrap, or alongside tortilla chips for a satisfying meal or snack.
Notes
- Use fresh, frozen, or grilled corn depending on availability and preference.
- For a spicier kick, add an extra pinch of chili powder or some finely diced jalapeño.
- The mayonnaise is optional and can be substituted with additional Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- To make it dairy-free, omit the feta cheese and mayonnaise.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours for flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
