Southwest Salad

black beans

🥗Healthier: kidney beans

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Kidney beans offer similar protein while chickpeas are often less expensive.

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed peas

💰Cheaper: sliced cucumbers

Mashed peas provide creaminess with fewer calories, while cucumbers are budget-friendly.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and adds a cheesy flavor without dairy.

tortilla strips

🥗Healthier: baked pita chips

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Baked pita chips are a healthier alternative, while crushed crackers can be more economical.

Prepare dressing by whisking all ingredients in a small bowl until combined. Set aside.

Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Pound chicken breasts to even thickness. Drizzle with olive oil and season with McCormick® Grill Mates® Applewood Rub. Brush corn with olive oil & season with salt.

Place chicken on the grill and corn on the grill. Grill 3-4 minutes per side or until temperature reaches 165 degrees.

Allow chicken to rest 5 minutes before slicing. Using a knife, remove kernels from the corn. Slice chicken.

Combine all salad ingredients in a large salad bowl. Toss with dressing and serve.

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