Zesty Chicken and Black Bean Salad Starbucks Copycat

Recreate the vibrant flavors of your favorite café dish with this Zesty Chicken and Black Bean Salad Starbucks Copycat recipe! This hearty and refreshing salad combines juicy grilled chicken seasoned with chili powder and cumin, tender black beans, sweet corn, and fresh, colorful vegetables like cherry tomatoes, red bell peppers, and red onions. Tossed in a bright lime-honey dressing and served atop a crisp bed of romaine lettuce, it’s the perfect balance of zest and crunch. With optional creamy avocado slices as a garnish, this salad not only looks stunning but delivers on flavor. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, it’s a healthy, protein-packed meal for lunch or dinner that’s both satisfying and incredibly fresh. Perfect for fans of wholesome, café-inspired dishes!

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 can (15 ounces) Black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup Sweet corn kernels, drained
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely diced
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 4 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Avocado, sliced (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts. Rub them with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season evenly with chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Cook the chicken on the grill pan for about 6-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, sweet corn, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, and fresh cilantro.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, garlic, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to create the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss everything gently until evenly coated.

Step 7

To assemble the salad, lay a bed of chopped romaine lettuce on each serving plate. Spoon the black bean and vegetable mixture over the lettuce, then top with sliced grilled chicken.

Step 8

Optional: Garnish with sliced avocado and extra fresh cilantro before serving.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your Zesty Chicken and Black Bean Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1978.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1829.7

Total Fat 69.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 2771.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 163.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 55.8g	0%
Total Sugars 31.9g
Protein 151.9g	0%

Vitamin D 17.4IU	0%
Calcium 453.1mg	0%
Iron 18.8mg	0%
Potassium 4993.3mg	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: 33.2%

Protein: 32.2%

Carbs: 34.6%