Take your taste buds on a Southwestern adventure with this vibrant and refreshing Vegetarian Santa Fe Salad. Packed with wholesome ingredients like crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and fiber-rich black beans, this salad delivers a burst of flavor and color in every bite. Sweet corn kernels, crunchy red bell pepper, and zesty red onion add layers of texture, while fresh cilantro and a zesty lime-cumin dressing tie it all together. Ready in just 20 minutes, this no-cook recipe is perfect for a quick lunch or a healthy dinner option thatβs brimming with plant-based goodness. Try this crowd-pleasing vegetarian salad for a healthy, nutrient-packed meal that doesnβt skimp on taste!
Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the lettuce.
Peel the cucumber, slice it into thin rounds, and add to the salad.
Dice the red bell pepper and add to the salad bowl.
Halve the avocado, remove the pit, and dice the flesh into cubes before adding to the salad.
Rinse and drain the black beans, then add to the salad.
Rinse and drain the corn kernels, then add to the salad.
Thinly slice the red onion and add to the salad for a pop of flavor and color.
Chop the cilantro and sprinkle it over the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of the lime, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and ground cumin to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately and enjoy a refreshing and satisfying vegetarian Santa Fe salad.
Calories |
1505 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 92.7 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2613 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.4 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 51.1 g | 182% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.0 g | ||
| Protein | 40.5 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 412 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 2954 mg | 63% | |
*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.