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Mexican Chopped Salad

Fresh Mexican Chopped Salad to Brighten Your Table Today

A vibrant Mexican Chopped Salad packed with fresh ingredients, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 4 cups Romaine Lettuce chopped
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper diced
  • 1 medium Red Onion finely chopped
  • 1 can Black Beans rinsed
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup Fresh Corn charred or thawed if frozen
  • 1 medium Avocado diced
  • 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro chopped
Dressing Ingredients
  • 1/3 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lime Juice about 2 limes
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Cast-iron skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Salad servers

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Char the corn in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 to 6 minutes, then let cool.
  2. In a bowl, whisk olive oil, lime juice, honey, cumin, and chili powder; season with salt and pepper, and let sit for 15 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, combine romaine, bell pepper, onion, and black beans; toss gently.
  4. Layer cherry tomatoes, charred corn, avocado, and cilantro on top, then sprinkle with cotija cheese.
  5. Drizzle with dressing, toss gently, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh; store components separately if preparing in advance to maintain crispness.

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