SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN MASON JAR SALAD

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Provided by Jamika Pessoa

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 lime, juiced
Pinch ground cumin
Pinch cayenne pepper, optional
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup shredded cooked chicken
1/2 cup cooked quinoa
1/4 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
2 tablespoons shredded Mexican blend cheese
1 tablespoon sliced green onions
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • For the honey-lime vinaigrette: Add the honey, olive oil, mustard, lime juice, cumin and cayenne, if using, to a 16- to 20-ounce mason jar. Place the lid on the jar and shake well until incorporated. Season with salt and pepper.
  • For the salad: Layer in the chicken, quinoa, beans, corn, cheese, onions and cilantro and top with the lid. Chill until ready to serve.

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