Description
Recreate your favorite salads from Pollo Loco at home with this easy, healthy guide. Featuring grilled chicken, zesty dressing, and customizable toppings—perfect for any diet!
Ingredients
Base Greens: Romaine lettuce (or mixed greens/kale)
Protein: Grilled chicken breasts (or tofu for vegetarian)
Vegetables: Corn, black beans, avocado, cherry tomatoes
Toppings: Cotija cheese, tortilla strips
Citrus Elements: Lime juice, chopped cilantro
Dressing Base: Olive oil, white vinegar
Seasonings: Chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper
Instructions
Grill the Chicken – Season and grill chicken until fully cooked. Let rest, then slice.
Make the Dressing – Whisk olive oil, vinegar, lime juice, spices until emulsified.
Prepare the Veggies – Chop lettuce, halve tomatoes, dice avocado, and char corn if fresh.
Assemble the Salad – Layer greens, add toppings, drizzle with dressing.
Serve – Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges. Serve in a shallow bowl for best presentation.
Notes
Substitute tofu or tempeh for a vegan option.
Store dressing and components separately for meal prep.
Add chili-lime seasoning for an extra kick!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling & Assembling
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg