A zesty salad with grilled honey-lime chicken, fresh vegetables, and homemade lime dressing. Ready in 35 minutes.
# What you need:
→ Honey Lime Chicken
01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 3 tablespoons honey
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
05 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon cumin
07 - 1 garlic clove, minced
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Salad Base
10 - 6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
11 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
12 - 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or thawed frozen
13 - 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
14 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
15 - 1 ripe avocado, diced
16 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
17 - 1/2 cup tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips, optional
18 - Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
→ Honey Lime Dressing
19 - 2 tablespoons honey
20 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
21 - 1/4 cup olive oil
22 - 1/2 teaspoon cumin
23 - 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
24 - Salt and pepper to taste
# How to Make It:
01 - In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
02 - Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Pour marinade over chicken, turning to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
03 - Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Allow to rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
04 - In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, corn kernels, black beans, cheese, avocado, and red onion.
05 - In a small jar with lid or mixing bowl, combine dressing ingredients and shake vigorously or whisk until emulsified and well blended.
06 - Drizzle dressing over salad mixture and toss gently to coat all components evenly without bruising delicate ingredients.
07 - Top dressed salad with sliced grilled chicken, tortilla strips if using, and fresh cilantro leaves. Serve immediately.
