Soy-Free Santa Fe Salad
Fresh, vibrant, and completely soy-free, the Soy-Free Santa Fe Salad is a colorful medley of wholesome ingredients packed with flavor. Crisp romaine lettuce serves as the base, while juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, and sweet red bell pepper add pops of brightness. Hearty black beans and corn kernels provide a satisfying texture, paired with creamy avocado for indulgence. The zesty lime-cumin dressing ties everything together perfectly, delivering a tangy kick that complements the dish's Southwest-inspired flair. Topped with aromatic cilantro and thinly sliced red onion, this nutrient-rich salad is quick to prepare, requiring just 20 minutes from start to finish. Ideal for a healthy lunch or a vibrant addition to dinner, it’s a delicious gluten-free, soy-free option that never compromises on flavor. Serve chilled for an irresistible treat that's sure to please!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 hearts Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 large Cucumber
- 1 large Red bell pepper
- 1 cup Black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup Corn kernels
- 1 large Avocado
- 0.5 small Red onion
- 0.5 cup Cilantro leaves
- 2 large Lime
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce hearts thoroughly. Chop them into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
Peel and dice the cucumber. Add to the salad bowl.
Core and dice the red bell pepper. Add to the bowl.
Add the drained and rinsed black beans and corn kernels to the salad.
Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Dice the avocado and add to the salad.
Thinly slice the red onion and add to the bowl.
Chop the cilantro leaves and sprinkle over the salad ingredients.
In a small bowl, squeeze the juice of the two limes.
Add olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the lime juice, and whisk until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all the ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1616 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.2 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2123 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 180.2 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 63.5 g | 227% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.7 g | ||
| Protein | 51.2 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 816 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 24.0 mg | 133% | |
| Potassium | 6555 mg | 139% | |
*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.
