Santa Fe Salad with Cilantro-Lime-Peanut Vinaigrette
This Santa Fe Salad with Cilantro-Lime-Peanut Vinaigrette delivers 53g protein and 1608 calories per serving — unusually protein-dense for a salad-based option that works as a standalone meal. Quick-preps 4 servings on the stovetop, covering over 35% of a 150g daily protein requirement in one sitting. Designed for strength athletes who need complete macro meals without cooking multiple components.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Teriyaki sauce(120g)
- •Olive oil(30g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Lettuce, Romaine
- •Tomato
- •Beans, Black, Canned, Drained(425g)
- •Corn, Sweet, Canned, Drained(454g)
- •Cilantro, Fresh(240g)
- •Cheese, Monterey Jack, 2%(360g)
- •Tortilla Chips, Corn, Plain(480g)
- •Olive oil(120g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Cilantro, Fresh(60g)
- •Peanut Butter, Smooth(60g)
- •Garlic(180g)
- •Brown sugar(15g)
- •Vinegar, Red Wine(15g)
- •Lime Juice, Fresh(15g)
- •Lime Zest(5g)
- •Sesame Oil, Toasted(5g)
Instructions
- 1To make vinaigrette, mix the first eight ingredients in a food processor. Then slowly add olive oil to mixture, and blend until smooth. Add freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- 2To prepare salad, marinate chicken at least 1 hour in teriyaki marinade in gallon-size plastic bag or bowl. Once it is ready, heat oil in skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook 7-10 minutes on each side, or until juices run clear. Remove and let cool, then slice into thin strips.
- 3While chicken is cooking, wash and dry the lettuce, then cut into bite-sized pieces. Mix in cilantro, corn, beans, and tomatoes. Divide the mixture between the four plates, and top each salad with chicken, then cheese, then tortilla strips. Dress with vinaigrette, and finish with freshly-ground black pepper.
Nutrition — Per Serving
1608
calories
53g
protein
94g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 149g
- Saturated fat
- 23.1g
- Sodium
- 2826 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 12.7g
4 servings per batch · ~646g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Santa Fe Salad with Cilantro-Lime-Peanut Vinaigrette have per serving?
Each serving delivers 53g of protein and 1,608 calories with 94g fat and 149g carbs. This is a high-calorie, macro-dense meal meant for larger portions or athletes with high daily caloric needs.
How long does Santa Fe Salad with Cilantro-Lime-Peanut Vinaigrette take to prep?
This recipe has quick prep time on the stovetop and yields 4 servings, though portion sizes are substantial given the calorie density.
Is Santa Fe Salad with Cilantro-Lime-Peanut Vinaigrette good for muscle gain?
At 53g protein per serving with 149g carbs and 1,608 calories, this salad is designed for muscle gain phases with high overall caloric and carbohydrate intake to support training volume and recovery.
