Black Bean-Taco Salad with Lime Vinaigrette

Gluten Free
Very Healthy
Health score
66%
Black Bean-Taco Salad with Lime Vinaigrette
45 min.
4
508kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your salad game? Our Black Bean-Taco Salad with Lime Vinaigrette is not just a meal; it's a vibrant celebration of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds dancing! Perfectly balanced and incredibly satisfying, this dish is a fantastic option for lunch, a side dish, or even a main course. With a health score of 66, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that’s gluten-free and packed with nutrients.

Imagine a colorful medley of fresh ingredients, from crisp iceberg lettuce to zesty tomatoes and crunchy green bell peppers, all tossed together with a zesty lime vinaigrette that brings everything to life. The addition of protein-rich black beans and tender roasted chicken breast ensures that you’ll feel full and energized, making it an ideal choice for a nutritious meal. And let’s not forget the delightful crunch of fat-free baked tortilla chips that add a satisfying texture to every bite!

This salad is not only delicious but also quick to prepare, taking just 45 minutes from start to finish. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply looking for a healthy meal option, this Black Bean-Taco Salad is sure to impress. So grab your ingredients, and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • ounces baked tortilla chips fat-free
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 15 ounce black beans rinsed drained canned
  • 0.3 teaspoon chili powder 
  • tablespoon apple cider vinegar 
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove peeled
  • cup bell pepper green chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • cups lettuce thinly sliced
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • teaspoon lime zest grated
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • cup onion diced red finely
  • 1.5 cups roasted chopped ( 2 breasts)
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded reduced-fat
  • 0.3 cup tomatoes seeded chopped
  • cup tomatoes chopped

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • blender

Directions

  1. To prepare vinaigrette, combine first 11 ingredients in a blender or food processor; process until smooth.
  2. To prepare salad, combine lettuce and remaining ingredients except chips in a large bowl.
  3. Add vinaigrette; toss well to coat.
  4. Serve with chips.

Nutrition Facts

Calories508kcal
Protein27.49%
Fat31.19%
Carbs41.32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
85.75
Glycemic Load
2.44
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
30.891739378805%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.08mg
Hesperetin
0.55mg
Naringenin
0.35mg
Apigenin
0.2mg
Luteolin
1.81mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
0.54mg
Myricetin
0.17mg
Quercetin
11.82mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:507.57kcal
25.38%
Fat:17.81g
27.39%
Saturated Fat:5.2g
32.51%
Carbohydrates:53.07g
17.69%
Net Carbohydrates:40.47g
14.72%
Sugar:7g
7.78%
Cholesterol:70.07mg
23.36%
Sodium:831.27mg
36.14%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:35.3g
70.61%
Vitamin C:48.03mg
58.22%
Phosphorus:532.27mg
53.23%
Vitamin B6:1.03mg
51.71%
Fiber:12.6g
50.4%
Selenium:34.93µg
49.9%
Vitamin B1:0.73mg
48.58%
Vitamin K:49.39µg
47.04%
Potassium:1206.54mg
34.47%
Folate:133.56µg
33.39%
Vitamin B3:6.61mg
33.03%
Manganese:0.63mg
31.75%
Vitamin A:1534.14IU
30.68%
Vitamin B2:0.51mg
29.79%
Magnesium:116.36mg
29.09%
Calcium:235.71mg
23.57%
Zinc:3.46mg
23.07%
Iron:4.1mg
22.8%
Copper:0.41mg
20.27%
Vitamin E:2.19mg
14.62%
Vitamin B5:1.19mg
11.92%
Vitamin B12:0.6µg
10.05%
Vitamin D:0.44µg
2.93%
Source:My Recipes