Ranchero Salad Recipe
Fresh cut romaine lettuce, tossed with ranch dressing topped with grilled chicken, diced tomatoes and low-fat queso fresco.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Grilled Chicken
Dressing
Method
Preparation of Chicken
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, mix together olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Add the chicken breasts and coat them well in the marinade. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- 2
Grill the Chicken
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Grill the marinated chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Assembling the Salad
- 3
Prepare the Salad Base
In a large salad bowl, add the chopped romaine lettuce and diced tomatoes. Toss gently to combine.
- 4
Add Chicken and Dressing
Slice the grilled chicken breasts and place them on top of the salad. Drizzle ranch dressing over the salad, and sprinkle with low-fat queso fresco.
- 5
Serve
Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients and serve immediately.
