Phase 4 Southwestern Salad

Southwestern Salad (stabilized P3-P4)

Southwestern Salad

Mixed salad greens
chicken breast, cooked and shredded
corn kernels
rinsed black beans, drained and rinsed
chopped red and green bell peppers
chopped tomato
shredded cheese

Mix together with cilantro dressing and serve immediately.

Peanut Cilantro Dressing

3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
2 bunches cilantro leaves, finely chopped
1/2 C. fresh lime juice
1 1/2 tsp. wine vinegar
1/2 tsp.  ground cumin
3/4 tsp.  salt
1/2 tsp.  freshly ground pepper
1 Tbsp. raw honey
1 Tbsp. creamy organic peanut butter
1/2 C. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 C. olive oil

In a magic bullet or food processor, finely mince garlic cloves and ginger. Add cilantro leaves and process until finely chopped. Add remaining ingredients and blend until well mixed. Keep in fridge in a sealed container and it will keep for up to a week.