Chip's Salad

Dive into the vibrant flavors and textures of "Chip’s Salad," a bold and refreshing twist on a classic garden salad. This easy, no-cook recipe combines crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and sweet red bell peppers with the zesty kick of cilantro and red onion. What sets this salad apart is the topping of crushed tortilla chips for a delightful crunch and a generous sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese for richness. The creamy, tangy dressing—made with sour cream, lime juice, and a hint of cumin—ties it all together, making every bite irresistible. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile salad is perfect as a light lunch, a colorful side dish, or even a crowd-pleasing party starter. Serve it fresh and enjoy how the chips add a playful crunch to every forkful!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 0.25 cup Cilantro
• 2 cups Tortilla chips
• 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup Sour cream
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the romaine lettuce thoroughly under cold running water. Pat dry with a paper towel and chop into bite-sized pieces. Transfer to a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber if desired, then dice it into small chunks. Add to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Remove seeds from the red bell pepper and dice it into small squares. Add to the bowl.

Step 5

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the mixture.

Step 6

Chop the cilantro finely and sprinkle it over the vegetables in the bowl.

Step 7

Lightly crush the tortilla chips into bite-sized pieces and add them to the top of the salad.

Step 8

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the salad.

Step 9

In a small mixing bowl, combine sour cream, lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth to create the dressing.

Step 10

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together until evenly coated.

Step 11

Serve immediately to enjoy the crunch of the tortilla chips, and garnish with additional cilantro or lime wedges if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1424.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1302.2

Total Fat 89.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.0g
Cholesterol 89.3mg	0%
Sodium 1647.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 106.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.3g	0%
Total Sugars 23.6g
Protein 34.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 914.8mg	0%
Iron 9.1mg	0%
Potassium 2393.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.9%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 30.9%