Southwestern Chopped Salad With Avocado Dressing Recipes

SOUTHWESTERN SALAD WITH AVOCADO DRESSING RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• Add all dressing ingredients to a blender, blend until smooth.
• In a large bowl add lettuce, peppers, cilantro, beans, onion, corn, green onion, and tomatoes.
• Top with prepared dressing; toss to coat.
• Enjoy!

SOUTHWESTERN CHOPPED SALAD WITH CILANTRO-LIME DRESSING

Steps:

• Make the dressing: Blend all dressing ingredients in a food processor/blender until smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. (I like the addition of a little cumin, and also agave to sweeten.)
• Chop romaine, bell pepper, tomatoes, and green onions. Rinse and drain black beans.
• Place all salad ingredients in a large bowl.
• Toss with desired amount of dressing.*

SOUTHWESTERN CHOPPED SALAD WITH AVOCADO DRESSING

Steps:

• Mix salt, cumin, and chili powder in bowl. Season the chicken breasts.
• In a large skillet, heat olive oil, then add chicken breasts. Cook roughly 7-8 minutes each side, remove from pan, then let sit for about 5 minutes before slicing into strips. The juices should run clear and the chicken shouldn't be pink in the center.
• Cut the chicken into slices.
• In a large bowl, add lettuce, bell pepper, tomatoes, black beans, corn, and chicken. Toss until everything is mixed. Add avocados, then toss once more. Be careful to not overwork the avocados. Serve in bowl.
• Add the avocado dressing ingredients to a blender and process until smooth. Add 3 - 6 tablespoons of water for desired thickness.
• The dressing can be stored in an airtight container and kept refrigerated for 1-2 weeks.
• Toss the salad with the desired amount of dressing and serve.