2Cchipotle carnitasSee notes for recipe link or Sub protein of choice: shredded chicken, ground beef or turkey.
1/2Cgrilled corn
1/2CPico de galloSee Notes for easy pico de gallo recipe
1/2CGoat Cheese, shreddedsub: shredded cheese of choice
1/4 Croasted red peppers, diced
2Tbspmint, chopped
1/4Cpistachios
1LargeAvocado, sliced
Sweet Chipotle Dressing
1 1/2CPaleo Mayo
1 tspgarlic powder
1 1/2tsponion powder
1chipotle peppersub 2 tbsp chipotle powder
1/4Cfresh cilantro
1/4tspblack pepper
2tbspunsweetened dairy free milksub milk
1Tbspapple cider vinegar
2Tbsp Pineapple Juice
Instructions
Sweet Chipotle Dressing
Add all ingredients to a blender. Blend until combined. Keep refrigerated for up to 5 days.
Salad
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tbsp of oil.Add a single layer of carnitas to the skillet, do not overcrowd the pan. Allow meat to saute for at least 3 minutes before flipping, then repeat or until desired crispness is achieved. If using frozen corn, add to the skillet and heat through about 2 minutes. In a salad bowl, Assemble the salad ingredients. Mix the mint with the greens to create your base. Then add remaining ingredients on top. Remember this is your salad, add a little or extra toppings as you desire! Drizzle with Dressing & serve.
Additional protein options: For Pork, Costco & Sam’s Club have Whole30 compliant shredded pork in the refrigerated section. For Chicken: Shred a rotisserie chicken or chopped chicken breast. Ground taco meat is also another option.
*Vegetarian Option: Replace Meat with jackfruit.
For Pico De Gallo: Dice 2 roma tomatoes & 1 small red onion. Combine in a bowl Season with Salt. Mix with the juice of 1 lime & chopped cilantro.