Description
Mexican Chopped Salad is a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish that captures the essence of summer with its fresh flavors and colorful presentation. This salad features crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, sweet corn, and creamy avocado, all tossed in a tangy dressing made with sherry vinegar and olive oil. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or as a light meal on its own, this refreshing salad is not only easy to prepare but also highly customizable based on your preferences. Impress your guests with this delightful combination of textures and tastes that looks as good as it tastes.
Ingredients
- Romaine lettuce
- English cucumber
- Yellow bell pepper
- Grape or cherry tomatoes
- Sweet corn
- Red onion
- Avocado
- Fresh cilantro
- Sherry vinegar
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Maple syrup (or honey)
Instructions
- Cook corn on the cobs in the microwave for 5 minutes. Allow to cool before removing husks and slicing off the kernels.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine, cucumber, bell pepper, tomatoes, diced onion, avocado, and corn.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, sherry vinegar, maple syrup (or honey), oregano, water; season with salt and pepper.
- Pour dressing over salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Raw
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added protein, top with grilled chicken or shrimp. Feel free to swap out vegetables according to seasonal availability. Chill the salad for 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavor melding.