Kidney Bean Taco Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and hearty Kidney Bean Taco Salad! Packed with protein-rich kidney beans, crisp romaine lettuce, sweet bursts of cherry tomatoes, and crunchy sweet corn, this recipe combines fresh, wholesome ingredients with bold Tex-Mex flavors. A zesty homemade dressing made from sour cream, salsa, lime juice, and a blend of spices ties it all together, while a generous sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese and crushed tortilla chips adds cheesy, crunchy perfection to every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, this easy-to-make taco salad is as flavorful as it is nutritious. Try it today and enjoy a refreshing, crowd-pleasing dish that’s sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz Kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup Sweet corn, drained
- 0.5 cup Red onion, finely diced
- 0.75 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Tortilla chips, lightly crushed
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 cup Salsa
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by combining sour cream, salsa, lime juice, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well blended and set aside.
In a large salad bowl, layer the romaine lettuce, kidney beans, cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, red onion, and shredded cheddar cheese.
Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the crushed tortilla chips on top just before serving for added crunch and texture.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Kidney Bean Taco Salad as a refreshing and satisfying meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1881 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.6 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.3 g | 191% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 148 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 3190 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 236.8 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.8 g | 174% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.8 g | ||
| Protein | 73.2 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1170 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 3933 mg | 84% | |
*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.
