Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of a Mexican Chopped Salad with Honey-Lime Dressing, a refreshing dish that is perfect for summer barbecues, family gatherings, or light weekday lunches. This salad combines crunchy vegetables and a zesty honey-lime dressing, offering not only visual appeal but also a wealth of nutrients. Packed with fiber and vitamins, it makes for a satisfying option that supports your health goals without sacrificing taste. Enjoy it as a side or add protein to create a hearty main course. Whip it up in just 20 minutes and delight your taste buds with every colorful bite.
Ingredients
- 2½ cups chopped romaine lettuce
- One 15.5-ounce can black beans (rinsed and drained)
- ¾ cup seeded and chopped tomato
- ¾ cup peeled and chopped jicama
- ¾ cup fresh corn kernels
- ¾ cup thinly sliced radishes
- 1 large avocado (diced)
- 1 large red bell pepper (chopped)
- ¼ cup reduced-fat crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 medium garlic clove (minced)
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh jalapeño
Instructions
- Wash and chop all vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine romaine lettuce, black beans, jicama, tomatoes, corn, radishes, avocado, bell pepper, and feta cheese.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, cilantro, garlic, and jalapeño until well blended.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1½ cups (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added protein, top the salad with grilled chicken or turkey. Feel free to customize by adding other vegetables like cucumber or purple cabbage for variety. The honey-lime dressing can be adjusted according to taste; add more lime juice for tanginess or honey for sweetness.