Vegetarian Chipotle Taco Salad
Bright, bold, and packed with flavor, this Vegetarian Chipotle Taco Salad is a colorful twist on a classic favorite. Featuring smoky chipotle dressing made with lime juice and honey, crispy baked tortilla strips, and a hearty mix of black beans, sweet corn, and vibrant veggies, this salad is a satisfying meal in itself. Crunchy romaine lettuce serves as the perfect backdrop for the zesty toppings, while creamy avocado and a sprinkle of tangy Cotija cheese add delightful richness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this fresh and wholesome dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, light lunches, or any time you're craving a healthy yet indulgent Tex-Mex-inspired meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 small Corn tortillas
- 1 tablespoon Chipotle in adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 teaspoons Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 15-ounce can Black beans
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup Canned corn kernels
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 ripe Avocado
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 0.5 cup Cilantro
- 0.5 cup Cotija cheese
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cut corn tortillas into strips. Toss them with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and spread them evenly on a baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until crispy, stirring halfway through. Remove from the oven and let cool.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, chipotle in adobo, lime juice, honey, and salt to make the dressing. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Rinse and drain black beans. Chop cherry tomatoes in halves and dice the red onion, red bell pepper, and avocado. Shred the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Roughly chop the cilantro.
In a large salad bowl, combine black beans, cherry tomatoes, corn kernels, red onion, red bell pepper, avocado, and chopped cilantro. Add the dressing and toss well to coat.
Arrange a bed of romaine lettuce on each serving plate.
Top with the dressed salad mixture and scatter crispy tortilla strips over the top.
Sprinkle with cotija cheese and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
419 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.5 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 13 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 894 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.1 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 15.0 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 240 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 813 mg | 17% | |
*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.
