Mexican Layered Salad
Dive into layers of vibrant flavor with this irresistible Mexican Layered Salad! Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or a colorful weeknight side dish, this refreshing recipe features crisp romaine lettuce, protein-packed black beans, sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a sprinkling of shredded cheddar cheese. Topped with a zesty, homemade taco-seasoned dressing and garnished with crushed tortilla chips, fresh cilantro, and green onions, every bite delivers a tantalizing mix of crunch, creaminess, and bold Mexican-inspired taste. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this show-stopping salad is as easy to assemble as it is to enjoy. Served chilled, it's an eye-catching addition to any table—your perfect crowd-pleaser or light, satisfying meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup Corn kernels (canned or cooked)
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 Red bell pepper (diced)
- 2 Avocado (diced)
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice (fresh)
- 2 teaspoons Taco seasoning
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped, optional)
- 1 cup Tortilla chips (crushed, for garnish)
- 2 stalks Green onions (sliced, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large clear glass bowl or trifle dish, create the first layer by evenly spreading the romaine lettuce across the bottom.
Add a layer of black beans on top of the lettuce, followed by a layer of corn kernels.
Next, add a layer of halved cherry tomatoes and evenly distribute the diced red bell pepper over it.
Gently place the diced avocado as the next layer, ensuring an even distribution.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the avocado layer.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, and taco seasoning until well combined. This will be the dressing.
Carefully spread the dressing as the top layer of the salad, using a spatula to create an even coating.
Garnish the top of the salad with chopped fresh cilantro, crushed tortilla chips, and sliced green onions for added flavor and texture.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled and enjoy as a side dish or a light meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
542 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.4 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 47 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 542 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 12.6 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 241 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 657 mg | 14% | |
*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.
