Fiesta Salad with Avocado Ranch Dressing

Bright, bold, and bursting with flavor, this Fiesta Salad with Avocado Ranch Dressing is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Packed with fresh ingredients like crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, and smoky paprika-infused black beans, this salad celebrates vibrant Tex-Mex flavors in every bite. The creamy avocado ranch dressing, made with ripe avocado, Greek yogurt, fresh dill, and a hint of lime juice, adds a tangy, velvety finish that perfectly complements the crunch of diced red bell peppers and the aromatic touch of cilantro. Ready in just 25 minutes, this colorful, nutrient-packed dish is a must-try for those seeking a healthy, gluten-free meal that doesn’t skimp on taste. Perfect as a light lunch, a side for your favorite grilled proteins, or a showstopping potluck contribution!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 can Black beans
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 cup Sweet corn (cooked)
• 1 Red bell pepper
• 0.5 Red onion
• 0.25 cup Cilantro (chopped)
• 1 Avocado
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (plain)
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Dill (fresh, chopped)
• 0.75 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 salad bowl.

Step 3

Rinse and drain the black beans. In a small pan over medium heat, warm the black beans with 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before adding to the salad.

Step 4

Add the cooked sweet corn to the salad.

Step 5

Dice the red bell pepper and finely slice the red onion. Add both to the salad bowl.

Step 6

Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the salad for added flavor and garnish.

Step 7

To make the avocado ranch dressing, peel and pit the avocado. Place the avocado, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, garlic powder, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper into a blender or food processor. Blend until creamy and well combined.

Step 8

Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning, if needed.

Step 9

Drizzle the avocado ranch dressing over the salad just before serving, or serve it on the side for individual preference.

Step 10

Toss the salad gently to combine and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2085.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1521.8

Total Fat 74.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 62.8mg	0%
Sodium 3395.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 180.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 54.0g	0%
Total Sugars 36.3g
Protein 53.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 610.3mg	0%
Iron 16.1mg	0%
Potassium 3623.7mg	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: 41.8%

Protein: 13.3%

Carbs: 44.9%