Dairy-Free Santa Fe Salad

Bright, zesty, and entirely dairy-free, this Santa Fe Salad is a vibrant medley of fresh ingredients and bold Southwestern flavors. Crisp romaine lettuce forms the base, while juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet corn kernels, creamy avocado, and crunchy red bell pepper add layers of texture and color. Protein-packed black beans and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro make this salad both wholesome and satisfying. Tossed in a tangy lime-cumin dressing with a hint of chili powder for just the right kick, this easy-to-make dish comes together in only 20 minutes—no cooking required! Perfect as a light lunch, hearty side, or a take-to-work option, this salad is a crowd-pleasing favorite for anyone seeking a delicious dairy-free meal that doesn't skimp on flavor or nutrition.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 can Black beans
• 1 cup Corn kernels
• 1 large Avocado
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 0.25 cup Cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the lettuce.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Rinse and drain the black beans. Add them to the salad.

Step 5

Add corn kernels to the salad. If using fresh corn, boil for 5 minutes then cool before adding.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Thinly slice the green onions and add to the bowl.

Step 8

Chop the cilantro leaves and sprinkle them over the salad.

Step 9

In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin powder, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 10

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.

Step 11

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to one hour before serving to let the flavors meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1317.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1302.3

Total Fat 78.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2535.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 133.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.4g	0%
Total Sugars 25.7g
Protein 36.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 333.6mg	0%
Iron 11.6mg	0%
Potassium 2500.1mg	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: 50.8%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 38.6%