Healthy Street Corn-Inspired Chicken Salad
Indulge in the flavors of summer with this Healthy Street Corn-Inspired Chicken Salad. Bursting with vibrant ingredients like roasted corn, crunchy peppers, and zesty lime, this salad is not only a feast for the senses but also a wholesome meal option for any day of the week. Perfect for busy lunches or casual family gatherings, it offers a delightful combination of taste and nutrition that everyone will enjoy. The versatility of this dish allows you to serve it over greens, scoop it up with crackers, or wrap it in tortillas for a satisfying on-the-go option. Once you try this refreshing chicken salad, it’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cooked chicken breast
- 16 oz frozen corn
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 red onion
- 1 jalapeno
- 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 oven to 400°F. Chop red bell pepper, red onion, and jalapeno; mix with frozen corn on a sheet pan. Lightly spray with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes until vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
- In a mixing bowl, combine light mayo, Greek yogurt, lime juice and zest, cumin, paprika, chili powder, and salt. Whisk until smooth.
- Chop the cooked chicken; mix with roasted vegetables in the dressing bowl along with chopped scallions and cilantro.
- Toss gently to coat and serve immediately or chill before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg