Southwestern Chicken Ramen Salad

June 17, 2016

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This light, healthy, and fresh Southwestern Chicken Ramen Salad is an easy side dish for cookouts or picnics, a simple make-ahead dinner, or an easy lunch to keep on hand. Loaded with veggies and dressed in a homemade Southwestern Lime Vinaigrette, it’s a flavorful dish that’s full of satisfying tastes and textures!

2 packages (14 ounces each) coleslaw mix
1 cup diced cooked chicken
½ cup corn kernels (frozen, canned, or fresh)
½ cup black beans, rinsed and drained
1 avocado, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
6 green onions, chopped
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon salt
? teaspoon pepper
2 packages (3 ounces each) ramen noodles, seasoning packets discarded
½ cup slivered almonds, toasted

In a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix, chicken, corn, black beans, avocado, bell pepper, and green onions. In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients: olive oil, cider vinegar, lime juice,...
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Nutritions

Calories
289

Sodium
284mg
11% DV

Fat
14g
22% DV

Protein
8g
16% DV

Carbs
28g
9% DV

Fiber
5g
23% DV