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Mexican Chopped Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing

A fresh and crunchy salad loaded with black beans, corn, tomatoes, and avocado. The homemade cilantro lime dressing is creamy and tangy, tying everything together. Topped with pepitas and tortilla strips for texture. A vibrant, colorful dish that’s healthy and satisfying. great as a side or main with chicken.

Preparation Time: 20 mins

Cooking Time: 20 mins

Rest Time: 20 mins

Cooking Temp: None

Difficulty: beginner

Calories: 350

Best Season:

Estimated Cost: $15

Ingredients:

Serving for:

1

romaine lettuce:

1

head
2

black beans:

1

can
3

cherry tomatoes:

1

cup
4

sweet corn:

2

ears
5

cucumber:

0.75

count
6

red bell pepper:

1

count
7

avocado:

1

count
8

pepper jack cheese:

1

cup
9

pepitas:

0.75

cup
10

corn tortillas:

6

count
11

cilantro:

0.33

cup
12

sour cream:

1

cup
13

mayonnaise:

1

cup
14

lime juice:

1.5

tsp

Instructions

1

Bake tortilla strips and pepitas at 425°F.

2

Char corn on grill or skillet.

3

Blend dressing ingredients.

4

Toss salad veggies.

5

Top with avocado, strips, pepitas, and dressing.