Black Bean Chicken Salad Recipes

Ingredients

• 6 cups torn lettuce
• 1 1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup chopped seeded tomatoes
• 1 cup chopped green pepper
• 1/2 cup sliced red onion
• 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
• LIME VINAIGRETTE:
• 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro or parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped seeded tomato
• 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon olive or canola oil
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1/2 teaspoon grated lime peel
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder

Directions

1. In a large serving bowl, combine the lettuce, chicken, beans, tomatoes, green pepper, onion and cheese. In a blender or food processor, combine the vinaigrette ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Pour over salad and toss to coat.