Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Bean, Corn & Pepper Salad with Chicken



Meal Serves 6

1 1/2 cups cooked Nature's Promise organic brown rice
3 cups cubed cooked Nature's Promise skinless chicken breast
1 can (15 ounces) Nature's Promise organic corn, drained
1 can (15.5 ounces) Nature's Promise organic black beans
1 each, medium red & green bell peppers, seeded & diced
1/2 cup peeled & diced jicama
1/3 cup Giant extra-virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lime juice, or to taste
3/4 cup Giant salsa (mild, medium or hot)
3 drops hot pepper sauce, or to taste (optional)
2 to 4 Tbsp. water
Salt & freshly ground black pepper
Green leafy lettuce leaves
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro or flat leaf parsley, loosely paced, for garnish
1/4 cup shredded reduced fat cheese

In a large bowl, combine the rice, chicken, corn, beans, bell peppers, and jicama. Gently toss until well mixed and set aside.

In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil and lime juice until well blended. Mix in salsa and hot pepper sauce. Add enough water to thin the consistency so the dressing can be thinly drizzled over the salad. Drizzle the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss to coat evenly. Cover the salad and refrigerate for 1 to 3 hours so the flavors can meld. Bring the salad to room temperature. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Drain off any excess dressing. Place the salad in a serving bowl lined with lettuce leaves, sprinkle the top of the salad with cilantro and cheese, and serve.

Nutrition information per serving: 395 calories, 15g total fat, 2g saturated fat, 40g carbohydrate, 7g fiber, 29g protein, 691mg sodium


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