Siesta Fiesta Salad
Bring vibrant flavors to your table with the Siesta Fiesta Salad, a fresh and zesty dish that’s as quick to prepare as it is satisfying. This salad bursts with color and texture, combining crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, protein-packed black beans, sweet corn, creamy avocado, and crunchy tortilla chips. Fresh cilantro and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese add a flavorful punch, while a tangy homemade lime-cumin dressing ties it all together with a perfect balance of spice and sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, easy entertaining, or as a refreshing side for your next Mexican-inspired feast. It’s a fiesta in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup Black beans
- 1 cup Corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 large Avocado
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 0.25 cup Cilantro (fresh)
- 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Tortilla chips
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the romaine lettuce, then chop it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad bowl.
Rinse and drain the black beans and corn (if using canned), and add them to the bowl.
Cut the avocado into cubes and thinly slice the red onion. Add both to the salad.
Chop the fresh cilantro and sprinkle it over the salad.
Add the shredded cheddar cheese and lightly crush the tortilla chips before sprinkling them on top for added crunch.
Prepare the dressing by whisking together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl or jar.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Siesta Fiesta Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1617 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.6 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.3 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 15.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 1313 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.7 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.6 g | 134% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.4 g | ||
| Protein | 42.8 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 721 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2688 mg | 57% | |
*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.
