Southwestern Summer Salad Recipes

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SOUTHWESTERN SALAD



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My mother gave me this recipe several years ago, and we have prepared it often ever since. It can be a meal in itself...or serve it along with a Mexican meal. I often take it to potlucks and watch it disappear in no time!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 bunch green onions with tops, sliced
1 large tomato, seeded and chopped
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and chopped
1 bottle (8 ounces) Catalina salad dressing, divided
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 medium head lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
4 cups corn chips

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, toss together the beans, green onions, tomato, avocado and half of the Catalina dressing. Top with cheese and then lettuce. Refrigerate. Just before serving, add corn chips to salad and toss. Serve with remaining dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 23g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 543mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN ROASTED CORN SALAD



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Corn has never tasted so good! This is a perfect side dish for a BBQ and tastes great on a hot summer day.

Provided by Kim Fusich

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Corn Salad Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ears fresh corn in husks
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 red onion, chopped
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ cup olive oil
4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
3 limes, juiced
1 teaspoon white sugar
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon hot sauce

Steps:

  • Place the corn in a large pot with enough water to cover, and soak at least 15 minutes.
  • Preheat grill for high heat. Remove silks from corn, but leave the husks.
  • Place corn on the preheated grill. Cook, turning occasionally, 20 minutes, or until tender. Remove from heat, cool slightly, and discard husks.
  • Cut the corn kernels from the cob, and place in a medium bowl. Mix in the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and red onion.
  • In a blender or food processor, mix the cilantro, olive oil, garlic, lime juice, sugar, salt, pepper, and hot sauce. Blend until smooth, and stir into the corn salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.1 calories, Carbohydrate 23.9 g, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 355.6 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

SOUTHWEST SALAD



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Something I just threw together one night but ended up being the best salad I've ever made--corn, cheese, tomatoes and tortilla chips complimented by ranch dressing with a kick.

Provided by GreenEyedLS

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

bagged lettuce, preferably hearts of romaine
2 roma tomatoes, chopped
2/3 cup sharp cheddar cheese, GRATED
2/3 cup corn
2/3 cup tortilla chips, crushed
1 cup ranch dressing, from bottle
1/4 cup salsa
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cumin

Steps:

  • Mix all salad ingredients together in large serving bowl.
  • Mix all dressing ingredients together in a cup or small bowl.
  • Toss with dressing or serve on the side.
  • If preparing ahead of time, wait to add chips so they stay crisp.

SOUTHWESTERN LENTIL SALAD



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"Cumin goes so well with the beans in this salad," conveys field editor Denise Baumert of Dalhart, Texas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
3 cups cooked lentils
1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn
1 cup chopped red onion
1 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 to 1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine the remaining ingredients and shake well. Pour over vegetables and toss. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Fat 23g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 243mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

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