Low Carb Mexican Salad

Bright, zesty, and delightfully refreshing, this Low Carb Mexican Salad is a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables and bold flavors that’s perfect for any occasion! With crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a tangy cilantro-lime dressing, this salad is both nourishing and mouthwatering. A hint of spice from diced jalapeño and a sprinkling of crumbled cotija cheese elevate the dish, making it a fiesta of textures and tastes. Ready in just 15 minutes, this low-carb recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or as a healthy side for taco night. Gluten-free and packed with wholesome ingredients, it’s a satisfying option that doesn’t compromise on flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Romaine Lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 medium Avocado
• 0.25 cup Red Onion
• 0.25 cup Cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Lime
• 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 1 small Jalapeño
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 0.25 cup Cotija Cheese

Directions

Step 1

1. Rinse the Romaine lettuce thoroughly under cold water, then pat dry or use a salad spinner to remove any excess water. Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

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

Step 3

3. Peel and dice the cucumber into small cubes. Add to the salad bowl.

Step 4

4. Remove the pit from the avocado, scoop out the flesh, and dice it. Add the avocado to the salad.

Step 5

5. Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl. Be mindful to avoid overpowering the salad with onion.

Step 6

6. Chop the cilantro finely and sprinkle over the salad.

Step 7

7. Juice the limes and combine the lime juice with olive oil in a small mixing bowl. Add the cumin powder, salt, and black pepper to the lime-oil mixture and whisk to create the dressing.

Step 8

8. Finely dice the jalapeño, removing seeds if a milder flavor is preferred, and add to the salad.

Step 9

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

Step 10

10. Garnish the salad with crumbled cotija cheese before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(827.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	982.1

Total Fat 85.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 56.8mg	0%
Sodium 2137.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.7g	0%
Total Sugars 11.7g
Protein 24.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 617.4mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 1807.3mg	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: 74.7%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 15.7%