1/3 cup Grape tomatoes sliced in half
1/4 cup Cucumbers seeded and cut into bite size pieces
2 tablespoons Bell pepper seeded and cut into bit size pieces (colored varieties are my favorite)
2 tablespoons Corn frozen or canned, served at room temperature
2 tablespoons Beans whichever type is your favorite (I use pintos or black beans for this most of the time)
1/3 cup Cooked chicken cut into bite size pieces
2 tablespoons cheddar cheese, cut into matchsticks or shredded
1 tablespoon Toasted pine nuts or sunflower seeds
1/4 cup Tortilla strips the miniature ones are great with this salad
DRESSING OPTIONS:
1 cup Favorite Ranch Dressing
2-3 tablespoons Spicy Barbecue Sauce
Layer lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, corn, beans, and chicken on a large platter or in a bowl. Top with cheese, pine nuts, and tortilla strips. Drizzle with Spicy BBQ Ranch Dressing. Toss well and serve immediately. Spicy BBQ Ranch Dressing: Combine 1 cup of ranch dressing with approx 2 -3 tbsp of barbeque sauce. Stir well and chill until ready to serve. The dressing will keep nicely in the fridge for up to two weeks.