Roasted Corn & Chicken Chopped Salad (Printable)

Smoky roasted corn and tender grilled chicken combine with fresh avocado and radishes in a bright lime dressing.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 10.6 oz)

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 ears fresh corn or 1½ cups frozen corn, thawed
03 - 1 large avocado, diced
04 - 1 cup radishes, thinly sliced (about 8 radishes)
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
07 - 2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced

→ Dressing

08 - 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
09 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
10 - 1 teaspoon honey
11 - 1 clove garlic, minced
12 - ½ teaspoon ground cumin
13 - ½ teaspoon salt
14 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

15 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until fully heated.
02 - Brush chicken breasts lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill for 5–7 minutes per side until cooked through and juices run clear. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes, then dice into bite-sized pieces.
03 - Place corn directly on the grill with husks removed. Cook, turning occasionally, until lightly charred in spots, about 8–10 minutes. Remove and let cool slightly, then slice kernels off the cob.
04 - In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
05 - In a large salad bowl, combine chopped romaine, grilled corn kernels, diced chicken, avocado, radishes, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
06 - Drizzle the lime dressing over the salad and toss gently to evenly coat all ingredients.
07 - Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired. Serve immediately while ingredients are fresh and crisp.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of smoky charred corn and grilled chicken provides a rich, savory base.
  • Fresh radishes and romaine lettuce offer a satisfyingly crisp texture.
  • The homemade lime and cumin dressing adds a bright, tangy finish that ties everything together.
02 -
  • Always let the grilled chicken rest for at least 5 minutes before dicing to ensure it stays tender and juicy.
  • If using frozen corn, ensure it is completely thawed and patted dry before grilling to achieve a good char.
  • Double-check any store-bought ingredients for potential cross-contamination to maintain the gluten-free integrity of the dish.
Return