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Quick Homemade Spicy Southwest Salad


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  • Author: olivia RECIPES
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: vegetarian

Description

A fresh and zesty salad featuring bold flavors and colorful ingredients, perfect for a quick meal or side dish.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn, fresh or canned
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, black beans, corn, avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  4. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes for colder serving.

Notes

  • For added crunch, consider topping with tortilla strips.
  • This salad can be served as a main course or a side dish.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: no-cook
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg