Description: Enjoy a fresh and vibrant Green Rice and Chicken Salad that’s perfect for a quick and nutritious meal. This recipe combines wholesome ingredients like cooked rice, black beans, tomatoes, lettuce, cilantro, and creamy avocado, all tossed together with a flavorful dressing. Ideal for a healthy lunch or a light dinner, this salad is both satisfying and refreshing, making it a great addition to your recipe collection.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Recipe Category: Chicken
Keywords: Poultry, Rice, Meat, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 15 Mins
Ingredients:
- 3 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup diced avocado
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup salad dressing (your choice)
Instructions:
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Combine Base Ingredients:
In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked rice, black beans, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, and chopped cilantro. Pour half of the salad dressing over these ingredients. Toss gently until everything is well mixed and coated with the dressing. -
Prepare Chicken Mixture:
In a separate bowl, mix together the cooked chicken and diced avocado. Add the remaining salad dressing and toss until the chicken and avocado are evenly coated. -
Combine Salad:
Add the chicken and avocado mixture to the base salad. Toss everything together thoroughly, ensuring that all ingredients are well combined and evenly coated with the dressing. -
Serve:
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for a bit before serving. Enjoy this delightful and nutritious salad as a main course or a hearty side dish.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 599.6
- Fat Content: 21.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 52.5mg
- Sodium Content: 547.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 71.8g
- Fiber Content: 12.8g
- Sugar Content: 3.7g
- Protein Content: 31g
Servings: 4
This Green Rice and Chicken Salad is not only quick and easy to make but also packed with flavor and nutrients, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking for a healthy and satisfying meal. Enjoy! 🥗🌿🍗