BBQ Chicken Chopped Salad
This healthy salad was adapted from one I ate at California Pizza Kitchen. The lime juice intensified by the jicama draws out the flavor of the vegetables, so an oil- or cream-based dressing is not necessary.
Ingredients
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1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
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1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
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1 (15 ounce) can sweet corn, drained
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1 red bell pepper, chopped
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1 cup peeled, shredded jicama
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1 cup shredded carrots
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4 scallions, thinly sliced
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¼ cup chopped fresh basil
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¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
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3 limes, divided
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1 (6 ounce) package cooked chicken breast strips (such as Foster Farms®)
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2 tablespoons barbeque sauce
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1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and cubed
Description
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Mix lettuce, black beans, corn, red bell pepper, jicama, carrots, scallions, basil, and cilantro together in a large bowl. Juice 2 limes and drizzle juice over salad; toss lightly.
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Combine chicken and barbeque sauce in a microwave-safe bowl; heat in microwave until chicken is warmed through, about 45 seconds.
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Arrange chicken and avocado on top of the salad and squeeze remaining lime over salad.