COBB SALAD WITH CHILI-LIME DRESSING

Cobb Salad with Chili-Lime Dressing image

Spice up dinner tonight with a hearty salad that's got something in it for everyone! I made this cobb salad recipe for a party, and it was a huge hit. Hot sauce gives it a little kick, while cilantro and avocado cool things off. -Mary Meek, Toledo, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, undrained
2/3 cup sour cream
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 package (10 ounces) hearts of romaine salad mix
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1 package (7-1/2 ounces) frozen diced cooked chicken breast, thawed
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/3 cup real bacon bits

Steps:

Place the first seven ingredients in a food processor; cover and process until blended. Chill until serving., In a large bowl, layer the salad mix, beans, cheese, tomatoes, chicken, avocado, onion and bacon bits. Drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 530mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 16g protein.