Low Fat Mexican Salad

Bursting with fresh, vibrant flavors, this Low Fat Mexican Salad is a healthy twist on a classic favorite. Packed with nutrient-rich romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, hearty black beans, and sweet corn, each bite delivers a delightful combination of textures and colors. Red onion and fresh cilantro add a zesty kick, while creamy avocado provides a satisfying richness without tipping the calorie scale. A tangy lime dressing infused with cumin and chili powder ties everything together with a bold, yet balanced, flavor profile. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy, no-cook recipe makes a perfect light meal or a refreshing side dish that’s naturally low-fat, gluten-free, and full of wholesome ingredients. Whether you’re meal prepping or whipping up a quick lunch, this Mexican salad is as nutritious as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 87/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup Canned black beans
• 1 cup Frozen corn kernels
• 0.5 Red onion
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
• 1 Avocado
• 2 Lime
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Cracked black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse 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.

Step 3

Drain and rinse the canned black beans. Add them to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Thaw the frozen corn kernels by placing them in a bowl of warm water for a few minutes. Drain and add to the salad.

Step 5

Finely chop the red onion and cilantro. Add both to the salad.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Roll the limes on the counter to loosen the juice before cutting them in half. Squeeze the juice into a small mixing bowl.

Step 8

Add the ground cumin, chili powder, olive oil, salt, and cracked black pepper to the lime juice. Whisk together to create the dressing.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything gently to ensure the ingredients are well combined and coated.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a refreshing side salad or a light meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1196.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	936.7

Total Fat 40.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1378.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 132.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.2g	0%
Total Sugars 25.9g
Protein 32.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 322.7mg	0%
Iron 12.8mg	0%
Potassium 3300.9mg	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: 35.7%

Protein: 12.8%

Carbs: 51.5%