Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of this Mexican Chopped Salad, a refreshing dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Packed with fresh vegetables, black beans, and sweet corn, this salad is complemented by a zesty lime dressing that elevates every bite. Whether you’re looking to impress at a potluck, enjoy a light weeknight dinner, or simply want a colorful and nutritious option, this salad delivers on freshness and taste. With its quick prep time and customizable ingredients, it’s not just a meal but an exciting culinary adventure!
Ingredients
Scale
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 medium head romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 1 medium bell pepper (diced)
- ½ medium red onion (diced)
- ½ medium jicama (diced)
- 4 medium tomatoes (diced)
- 1 ½ cups canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 4 ears corn (or frozen corn)
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together lime juice, honey, garlic, cumin, salt, and both oils until blended. Set aside.
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut tortillas into strips, toss with oil and salt on a baking sheet, then bake for about 15–20 minutes until crisp.
- For fresh corn: Microwave ears for about 3.5 minutes; cool before cutting kernels off the cob.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, bell pepper, red onion, jicama, zucchini, tomatoes, corn kernels, black beans, and cilantro. Pour dressing over the top and toss gently to combine.
- Garnish with additional cilantro leaves if desired and serve immediately topped with crispy tortilla strips.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg