1 25-ounce cans black beans, drained & rinsed 2 cups
shredded smoked chicken breast 1 large tomato, seeded and
chopped 1 red pepper, chopped ¾ cup packed cilantro,
finely chopped ½ cup chopped red onion ¼ cup sliced
green onions and tops
1 Anaheim or jalapeno pepper, minced
teaspoons minced garlic
½ cup olive oil ¼ cup
jalapeno flavored vinegar 2 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 teaspoons dried thyme leaves Dash
cayenne pepper Lettuce leaves
In large bowl, combine beans, chicken, tomato, red pepper, cilantro,
onion, green onions, pepper and garlic. Mix remaining ingredients,
except lettuce; pour over bean mixture and toss. Serve salad in
lettuce-lined bowls.
Note: If jalapeno vinegar is not available, marinate ¼ to ½ small
jalapeno pepper in ¼ cup white wine vinegar 2 to 3 hours; discard pepper
before using. |