Description
- Southwest Salad is a flavorful and nutritious dish that’s quick and easy to make. Made with fresh ingredients like lettuce, avocado, black beans, and a tangy dressing, this salad is a perfect lunch or side dish option. In just a few simple steps, you can have a delicious and healthy Southwest Salad ready to enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups of lettuce, chopped
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup of black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup of corn
- 1/4 cup of red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup of cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
For the dressing:
- 1/4 cup of mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup of sour cream
- 1/4 cup of milk
- 1 tablespoon of lime juice
- 1 teaspoon of chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
EQUIPMENT
- A large bowl
- A separate bowl
- A cutting board and knife
- A whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
Instructions
Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, diced avocado, rinsed black beans, corn, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, and halved cherry tomatoes.
Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, milk, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
Step 3: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to evenly coat the ingredients.
Step 4: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the salad.
Step 5: Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious and nutritious Southwest Salad!
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients: For best results, use fresh, ripe ingredients like a head of lettuce, a ripe avocado, and fresh cilantro.
- Adjust the dressing to taste: The dressing recipe provided is just a guide. You can add more or less of each ingredient to taste, depending on how tangy or creamy you like your dressing.
- Store leftovers properly: If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The salad will last for a few days, but the avocado will start to brown over time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 312 Kcal
- Sugar: 5.5 g
- Sodium: 378.5 mg
- Fat: 19.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 8.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 27.5 g
- Fiber: 9.1 g
- Protein: 11.7 g
- Cholesterol: 21.4 mg
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