Tortilla Chopped Salad with Black Bean Salsa and Ranch

Lunch or dinner, this Tortilla Chopped Salad with Black Bean Salsa and Ranch is tasty and filling. A zesty black bean salsa goes with the fresh Romaine lettuce, the protein-packed chicken, the crunchy tortilla strips, and the creamy ranch dressing. Great for a quick and healthy dinner or lunch

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of Romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 cup of cooked chicken breast, diced
• 1/2 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup of red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 cup of black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup of red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup of fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup of tortilla strips or chips
• 1/4 cup of ranch dressing
• 1 lime, juiced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Dice the chicken breast, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, black beans, finely chopped red onion, and fresh cilantro

Put all of these ingredients in a large bowl

Mix the ranch dressing and lime juice together in a small bowl

Add pepper and salt to taste

Mix the ranch dressing and add it to the salad ingredients in the large bowl

Toss the salad to cover everything evenly

Put the chopped cheddar cheese on top of the salad

For a crispy crunch, add the tortilla strips or chips right before you serve

Enjoy the Tortilla Chopped Salad right away with Black Bean Salsa and Ranch