Description
This Healthy Street Corn-Inspired Chicken Salad is a vibrant, protein-packed dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. Combining tender chicken with roasted corn, fresh veggies, and a zesty dressing, this salad is not only satisfying but also lightened up for guilt-free indulgence. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleaser at gatherings, it’s versatile enough to be served on greens, in wraps, or with crispy vegetables. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or looking for a refreshing dish to share, this salad will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.
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
- Juice and zest of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro and scallions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Chop the red bell pepper, red onion, and jalapeno.
- Spread the chopped vegetables and frozen corn on a sheet pan, spray with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt. Roast for 20-25 minutes until caramelized.
- In a bowl, mix light mayo, Greek yogurt, lime zest and juice, cumin, paprika, additional salt, and chili powder to make the dressing.
- Once cooled slightly, combine roasted veggies with chopped chicken in the bowl with dressing.
- Add chopped scallions and cilantro; mix gently to combine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg