Southwest Chicken Salad with Taco Seasoning Ranch Dressing
Ingredients:

For the Salad:

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped (0 points if using skinless and lean)
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed (about 1/2 cup is 1 point)
  • 1 cup corn kernels, cooked (fresh or frozen) (about 1/2 cup is 1 point)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 cup diced avocado (optional, about 1/4 of an avocado is 2 points)
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce or mixed greens
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • Lime wedges for serving

For the Taco Seasoning Ranch Dressing:

  • 1 cup Skinnygirl Ranch Dressing (0 points)
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning (check for points; most are 0 points for small amounts)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Salad:
    • In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, avocado (if using), shredded lettuce, and red onion.
    • Toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
  2. Make the Dressing:
    • In a small bowl, mix the Skinnygirl Ranch Dressing with the taco seasoning until well combined.
  3. Assemble the Salad:
    • Serve the salad topped with a drizzle of the taco seasoning ranch dressing.
    • Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve with lime wedges on the side.
  4. Storage:
    • Store the salad and dressing separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator. The salad can be kept for up to 3 days, and the dressing for up to a week.

Points Breakdown (approximate):

For the Salad:

  • Chicken Breast: 0 points
  • Black Beans: 1 point for 1/2 cup
  • Corn: 1 point for 1/2 cup
  • Avocado: 2 points for 1/2 avocado (optional)
  • Other Vegetables and Greens: 0 points
  • Total Points for Salad (without avocado): 2 points
  • Total Points for Salad (with avocado): 4 points

For the Dressing:

  • Skinnygirl Ranch Dressing: 0 points
  • Taco Seasoning: Typically 0 points for 1 tablespoon

Total Points for Entire Salad (without avocado): 2 points Total Points for Entire Salad (with avocado): 4 points

Each serving of the salad (assuming 4 servings) will be around 2 points if you don’t include avocado or 4 points if you add avocado.