High Protein Chicken Street Corn Salad
A vibrant, protein-packed salad inspired by Mexican street corn, combining sweet roasted corn, tender chicken, and a zesty lime dressing. Light, fresh, and easy to prepare, it’s perfect for quick meals or potlucks. Customize spice for your taste and enjoy the creamy tang of cotija cheese with fresh herbs and veggies.
- Prep Time: 15
- Total Time: 45
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: High Protein Lunch
- Method: Cold Preparation
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
3 cups corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 lime, juiced
1 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup)
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 clove garlic, minced
Optional: Avocado or black beans for extra texture
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine diced chicken, corn, red onion, cotija cheese, and cilantro.
2. In a separate small bowl, mix mayonnaise, lime juice, honey, chili powder, and minced garlic to create the dressing.
3. Add the dressing to the salad and mix thoroughly until well combined.
4. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
5. Serve as is or garnish with additional cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
Soak red onion in cold water for 5 minutes to reduce sharpness.
Use canned corn for quicker prep—drain and rinse before using.
For vegan versions, substitute chicken with grilled tofu and use vegan cheese.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg