Dairy-Free Mexican Salad

Bursting with vibrant colors and bold, fresh flavors, this Dairy-Free Mexican Salad is a must-try for anyone seeking a healthy, plant-based meal. Packed with crisp Romaine lettuce, sweet cherry tomatoes, crunchy bell peppers, creamy avocado, and hearty black beans, this salad is a satisfying blend of textures and tastes. Bright cilantro and tangy lime juice bring authentic Mexican flair, while a smoky cumin-lime dressing ties it all together. Naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, and ready in just 20 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for a quick lunch, a flavorful side dish at your next taco night, or a refreshing addition to any potluck. Add a few slices of jalapeño for a spicy kick, and let your taste buds savor a fiesta of flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 heads Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 can (15 oz) Black beans
• 1 cup Corn kernels
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 1 large Avocado
• 0.5 cup Cilantro
• 2 large Lime
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 small Optional: Jalapeño pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the Romaine lettuce thoroughly, then chop it into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Rinse the cherry tomatoes and slice them in half. Add them to the bowl.

Step 3

Dice the red bell pepper into small pieces and add to the salad.

Step 4

Open and rinse the can of black beans, then add them to the salad.

Step 5

Add the corn kernels to the salad. If using fresh corn, consider briefly cooking and cooling it before adding.

Step 6

Finely chop half a medium red onion and add to the salad.

Step 7

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and cube the flesh. Add it to the salad.

Step 8

Roughly chop the cilantro leaves and add to the mixture.

Step 9

If using jalapeño, slice it thinly and add to the salad for a spicy kick. Adjust the amount based on your spice preference.

Step 10

In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of two limes, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and cumin to create the dressing.

Step 11

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together gently to combine well.

Step 12

Serve immediately or refrigerate for an hour to allow the flavors to meld together. Gently toss again before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2552.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1528.7

Total Fat 80.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2888.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 182.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 66.0g	0%
Total Sugars 38.5g
Protein 53.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 768.7mg	0%
Iron 21.6mg	0%
Potassium 4713.9mg	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: 43.4%

Protein: 12.8%

Carbs: 43.8%