Chip's Salad
Dive into the vibrant flavors and textures of "Chip’s Salad," a bold and refreshing twist on a classic garden salad. This easy, no-cook recipe combines crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and sweet red bell peppers with the zesty kick of cilantro and red onion. What sets this salad apart is the topping of crushed tortilla chips for a delightful crunch and a generous sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese for richness. The creamy, tangy dressing—made with sour cream, lime juice, and a hint of cumin—ties it all together, making every bite irresistible. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile salad is perfect as a light lunch, a colorful side dish, or even a crowd-pleasing party starter. Serve it fresh and enjoy how the chips add a playful crunch to every forkful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 0.5 small Red onion
- 0.25 cup Cilantro
- 2 cups Tortilla chips
- 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Wash the romaine lettuce thoroughly under cold running water. Pat dry with a paper towel and chop into bite-sized pieces. Transfer to a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
Peel the cucumber if desired, then dice it into small chunks. Add to the salad bowl.
Remove seeds from the red bell pepper and dice it into small squares. Add to the bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the mixture.
Chop the cilantro finely and sprinkle it over the vegetables in the bowl.
Lightly crush the tortilla chips into bite-sized pieces and add them to the top of the salad.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the salad.
In a small mixing bowl, combine sour cream, lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
Serve immediately to enjoy the crunch of the tortilla chips, and garnish with additional cilantro or lime wedges if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1302 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.9 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.3 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 1647 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 106.1 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.6 g | ||
| Protein | 34.8 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 915 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2394 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
