Southwest Salad

meganrae09

So I am a huge fan of "southwest" salads (at restaurants, fast food places, etc.) So I decided to make an at-home version, and I've finally found the perfect combination! I've been LOVING this lately and thought I'd share. I AM AWARE THIS IS NOT "EATING CLEAN" in any way! Of course you could make substitutions or cuts to reduce cals, sodium, etc. (cooked chicken breast instead of the Tyson, eliminate tortilla strips, etc.) but this is what works for me and what I've been enjoying! Very filling and a lot of food, it has been my go-to dinner meal.

Romaine Lettuce, 3 cups 15 cals
Archer Farms Cilantro Lime Rice & Veggies (Steamer bag, available at Target), 1/4 cup 37 cals
Archer Farms Southwest Inspired Corn & Black Bean (Steamer bag, available at Target), 1/4 cup 50 cals
Texas Toast Chili Lime Tortilla Strips, .3 oz 35 cals
Velveeta Shreds- Queso Blanco, 1/4 cup 60 cals
White Corn and Black Bean Salsa (Great Value, Wal-Mart), 3 TBSP 23 cals
Marketside Chipotle Ranch Yogurt Dressing (Wal-Mart), 3 TBSP 38 cals
Tyson Grilled & Ready Fajita Chicken Strips, 3 oz 110 cals

Total Calories: 368
Carbs: 36 g
Fat: 13 g
Protein: 28 g