Mexican Chopped Salad with Honey Lime Dressing
Bright, vibrant, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Mexican Chopped Salad with Honey Lime Dressing is a colorful celebration of wholesome ingredients and zesty charm. Crisp romaine lettuce forms the perfect base, while juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, protein-packed black beans, creamy avocado, and crunchy red bell pepper create a satisfying medley of textures. Finished with a drizzle of tangy-sweet honey lime dressing infused with hints of garlic and cumin, this salad is a versatile delight that shines as a side dish or a light main course. Topped with crunchy tortilla strips for an irresistible crunch, it’s a quick, 20-minute recipe that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or looking to elevate Taco Tuesday, this Mexican-inspired salad brings fresh, bold flavors to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup Sweet corn kernels (cooked or canned, drained)
- 1 cup Black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 large Avocado
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 0.25 cup Cilantro leaves (chopped)
- 1 cup Corn tortilla strips (store-bought or homemade)
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
1. Wash and dry the romaine lettuce. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.
2. Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
3. Dice the red bell pepper and avocado into small cubes, then thinly slice the red onion. Add these to the salad bowl along with the sweet corn, black beans, and chopped cilantro.
4. In a small mixing bowl, prepare the honey lime dressing. Whisk together the fresh lime juice, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
5. Pour the honey lime dressing over the salad. Toss gently until the vegetables and beans are evenly coated.
6. Top the salad with crispy tortilla strips for added crunch.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately and enjoy this flavorful Mexican-inspired salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1846 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.7 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.5 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1649 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 216.1 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 50.5 g | 180% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.5 g | ||
| Protein | 40.0 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 376 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 3608 mg | 77% | |
*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.
