Low Fat Mexican Chicken Salad

Light, vibrant, and bursting with flavor, this Low Fat Mexican Chicken Salad is a healthy twist on a classic favorite. Tender, perfectly grilled chicken breasts seasoned with taco spices take center stage atop a colorful bed of mixed greens, black beans, sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crisp red bell peppers. Fresh cilantro and creamy avocado add layers of freshness and richness, while a zesty lime and low-fat Greek yogurt dressing ties everything together in a guilt-free, creamy finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping and is packed with protein, fiber, and bold Mexican-inspired flavors. Serve this refreshing salad with a sprinkle of extra cilantro or a squeeze of lime for an irresistible low-fat meal that doesn’t compromise on taste!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 6 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 medium avocado, diced
• 1 medium lime, juiced
• 0.5 cup low-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and sprinkle evenly with taco seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Once cooked, remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes.

Step 4

While the chicken is resting, combine mixed salad greens, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and cilantro in a large salad bowl.

Step 5

Prepare the dressing by mixing lime juice and low-fat Greek yogurt in a small bowl until well combined.

Step 6

Dice the grilled chicken, then add it to the salad bowl.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until all ingredients are well coated.

Step 8

Gently fold in the diced avocado just before serving to prevent it from becoming mushy.

Step 9

Serve the salad immediately, with additional cilantro or lime wedges, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1718.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1594.4

Total Fat 57.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 310.5mg	0%
Sodium 3062.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 130.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.2g	0%
Total Sugars 37.3g
Protein 150.2g	0%

Vitamin D 47.6IU	0%
Calcium 424.8mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 4323.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.6%

Protein: 36.6%

Carbs: 31.9%