Spicy Southwest Salad
This Spicy Southwest Salad is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that combines the crunch of fresh romaine lettuce with sweet corn, zesty black beans, and spicy jalapeños. Tossed in a creamy lime dressing, this salad is not only visually appealing but also a delightful way to enjoy healthy eating. Perfect for summer BBQs or as a filling meal prep option, it’s sure to impress friends and family alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup sweet corn (fresh or canned)
- 1–2 jalapeños, sliced (adjust based on spice preference)
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Chop into bite-sized pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, sweet corn, and black beans to the bowl.
- Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh, and dice it before adding it to the salad mixture.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss everything until well combined.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness or store components separately for later enjoyment.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad portion (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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