Healthy Street Corn-Inspired Chicken Salad
If you’re searching for a dish that combines vibrant flavors with wholesome ingredients, look no further than this Healthy Street Corn-Inspired Chicken Salad! Bursting with the essence of roasted corn, zesty lime, and fresh herbs, this salad is a delightful twist on traditional chicken salads. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or as a refreshing lunch option to share with friends. With its light yet satisfying profile, this recipe proves that healthy eating doesn’t mean sacrificing taste. Enjoy it on a bed of greens, alongside crunchy crackers, or wrapped in a tortilla for an all-around crowd-pleaser!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
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- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 red onion
- 1 jalapeno
- 16 oz frozen corn
- 4 cups cooked chicken breast
- 1/2 cup light mayo
- 1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1 lime (zested and juiced)
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 bunch scallions
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Chop the red bell pepper, red onion, and jalapeno. Combine them with frozen corn on a sheet pan, spray lightly with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt. Roast for 20-25 minutes until tender.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together light mayo, Greek yogurt, lime zest and juice, cumin, paprika, kosher salt, and chili powder until creamy.
- Once the veggies have cooled slightly, combine them in the bowl with chopped chicken, scallions, and cilantro. Mix gently until everything is well-coated.
- Sprinkle Cotija cheese on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 405mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg