Southwest Chopped Salad Healthy Recipes

SOUTHWEST CHOPPED SALAD (HEALTHY!)

Steps:

• If using fresh corn, either grill the corn on an outdoor grill, roast in the oven or cook briefly in boiling water.
• Slice the kernels from the cobs.
• (If using frozen corn, thaw it under cool running water.) In a large bowl, combine corn, bell peppers, jícama, if you decide to use it, and black beans.
• In a small bowl, stir together lime juice, mirin, olive oil, chipotles, cilantro, cumin and salt.
• Pour over the vegetables and toss to mix.
• Chill for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
• Garnish with a few cilantro leaves before serving.

SOUTHWESTERN CHOPPED SALAD WITH CILANTRO-LIME DRESSING

Steps:

• Make the dressing: Blend all dressing ingredients in a food processor/blender until smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. (I like the addition of a little cumin, and also agave to sweeten.)
• Chop romaine, bell pepper, tomatoes, and green onions. Rinse and drain black beans.
• Place all salad ingredients in a large bowl.
• Toss with desired amount of dressing.*

SOUTHWESTERN CHOPPED SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, toss together lettuce through cilantro.
• Place your diced avocadoes in a small bowl and toss them with the lime juice before tossing them in the salad.
• Serve with Southwest Ranch Salad Dressing #167319 or the dressing of your choice.
• **If not eating this right away, reserve the crushed Doritos and add them just before serving.