Southwest Salad (Southwest Chicken Salad)

[Barry Popik]

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN SALAD--18,800 Google hits
SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN SALAD--10,300 Google hits
SOUTHWEST SALAD--16,500 Google hits
SOUTHWESTERN SALAD--12,200 Google hits

McDonald's added "Southwest Salad" in 2007, so it's time to look at
this regional American food term. Perhaps there's OED/DARE interest. I
couldn't find the name before the 1970s. Only part of my long entry is
below.
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Entry from October 14, 2007
Southwest Salad or Southwestern Salad (Southwest Chicken Salad or
Southwestern Chicken Salad)
In 2007, McDonald's introduced a "Southwest Salad." In 2003, Jack in
the Box introduced a "Southwest Salad." What is this salad that
sometimes goes by the names of "Southwestern Salad," "Southwest
Chicken Salad" and "Southwestern Chicken Salad"?

A "Southwest Salad" usually contains chicken, but may not (hence the
name difference). Cilantro, lime or lemon is often added to the
chicken. Corn is usually an ingredient in a Southwest Salad, and black
beans, tomatoes, peppers, onions and even jack cheese sometimes are
included. McDonald's adds tortilla strips; Jack in the Box adds onion
rings. A 1972 recipe for "Southwest Salad" included kidney beans,
celery, green peppers, onion, and spicy French dressing (no chicken).
The Southwest Salad seems to have achieved popularity in the 1980s and
1990s.


McDonald's
Southwest salad
Bold and zest. Just like you.
Tangy warm cilantro-lime glazed chicken meets a lively blend of
poblano peppers, roasted tomatoes, crispy chili-lime tortilla strips,
savory black beans and lime-roasted corn. Shredded cheddar jack cheese
and Newman's Own All Natural Southwest Dressing complete the salad
that's deliciously, dramatically different. Just like you.

Jack In The Box—Our Food
Southwest Salad
Iceberg/Romaine Lettuce Blend
Spring Mix
Black Beans
Red Onion Rings
Roasted Corn
Grape Tomatoes
Shredded Pepper Jack Cheese
on the side:
Grilled or Crispy Chicken Strips
Creamy Southwest Dressing
Spicy Corn Sticks

Cooks.com
SOUTHWESTERN SALAD
1 (19 oz.) can drained kidney beans
1 (8 3/4 oz.) drained corn
1 lg. chopped tomato
1 sm. chopped green pepper
1 (4 oz.) can chopped mild green chiles (optional)
1 tbsp. chopped fresh coriander (optional)
2 tbsp. chili sauce
2 tbsp. red wine vinegar
1/4 tsp. oregano
1/4 tsp. sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. oil

Combine first 6 ingredients in a large bowl. Combine rest of
ingredients. Pour dressing over vegetable mixture. Refrigerate. Serves
8.

Cooks.com
SOUTHWESTERN SALAD
1 can kidney beans, drained
1 c. cooked corn kernels
1/4 c. chopped red bell peppers (pimiento)
1 green pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 bunch scallions, chopped
2 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
Juice of 1/2 lime (or 5 tbsp. vinegar)
1 clove garlic, crushed
Salt and pepper to taste
Pinch of sugar or a little honey
1/2 head crisp, shredded lettuce

Combine beans, corn, peppers, scallions and cilantro. Put dressing
ingredients in a jar; shake to mix well. Pour over vegetables and
toss. Chill to allow flavors to meld. Line serving dish with shredded
lettuce; spoon bean mixture on top. Garnish with lime slices and
parsley sprigs.


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