Trader Joe's Chili Lime Chicken Southwest Salad

Serving Size: 5

Prep time: 15 minutes

Nutrition Facts Per Serving

Calories: 440 | Protein: 30 g | Carbohydrates: 200 g | Fat: 18 g | Sodium: 800 mg

Ingredients:

• 1 can Black Beans

• 1 can Corn

• 1 Jalapeño, diced

• 1/3 Red Onion, diced

• 2 Bell Peppers, diced

• 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes, halved

• 1/3 cup Cilantro, loosely chopped

• 1 LB Trader Joe’s Chili Lime Chicken, copped

Sauce:

• 1/4 cup Mayonnaise

• Juice of 1 Lime

• 1 squeeze (or 1 Tsp) Agave

• 1 tsp Chipotle Chili Powder

• 1 tsp Smoked Paprika

• Salt and Peper to taste

Instructions:

1. Dressing: Mix the dressing in a small bowl and set aside.

2. Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the chopped vegetables, chicken, cilantro, and rinsed beans.

3. Combine: Pour the dressing over the top and mix well until everything is evenly coated.

4. Serve: Serve and enjoy. Also serves well cold.

Special Note

• Create an elote-style dressing by substituting the chipotle chili with Elote seasoning from Trader Joe's and optionally top the salad with Elote Corn Chip Dippers for added crunch.

• Create a Chili Lime dressing by substituting the chipotle chili with Chili Lime Seasoning from Trader Joe’s.

• Option to top with Cotija Cheese!

• Make this salad at the beginning of the week for an easy meal-prep lunch that lasts all week.