Southwest Chicken and Black Bean Salad
This southwest chicken and black bean salad in a mason jar layers bell peppers, onion, tomatoes, and cheese! If you don’t have a mason jar, you can use any container with a lid or even make it fresh as you go!
Ingredient:
- 3 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
- 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp. lemon pepper
- 1 Tbsp. + 1 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cups black beans
- 3 cups sliced orange bell peppers
- 3 cups sliced red bell peppers
- 1 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 2 cups chopped tomatoes
- 3 cups sliced grilled chicken breast
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
Preparation:
To make dressing, combine vinegar, lemon juice, and lemon pepper in a medium bowl; whisk to blend.
Slowly add oil while whisking; mix well. Evenly divide dressing between 4 one-quart Mason jars. Set aside.
Evenly layer beans, bell peppers, onion, tomatoes, chicken, cheese, and cilantro on top of dressing in jars.
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Shake before serving.
Recipe Notes
Calories: 435 Total Fat: 14g Carbohydrates: 33g Protein: 43g
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