Mexican Chopped Salad with Honey Lime Dressing

Bright, vibrant, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Mexican Chopped Salad with Honey Lime Dressing is a colorful celebration of wholesome ingredients and zesty charm. Crisp romaine lettuce forms the perfect base, while juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, protein-packed black beans, creamy avocado, and crunchy red bell pepper create a satisfying medley of textures. Finished with a drizzle of tangy-sweet honey lime dressing infused with hints of garlic and cumin, this salad is a versatile delight that shines as a side dish or a light main course. Topped with crunchy tortilla strips for an irresistible crunch, it’s a quick, 20-minute recipe that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or looking to elevate Taco Tuesday, this Mexican-inspired salad brings fresh, bold flavors to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup Sweet corn kernels (cooked or canned, drained)
• 1 cup Black beans (rinsed and drained)
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 large Avocado
• 0.25 cup Red onion
• 0.25 cup Cilantro leaves (chopped)
• 1 cup Corn tortilla strips (store-bought or homemade)
• 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

3. Dice the red bell pepper and avocado into small cubes, then thinly slice the red onion. Add these to the salad bowl along with the sweet corn, black beans, and chopped cilantro.

Step 4

4. In a small mixing bowl, prepare the honey lime dressing. Whisk together the fresh lime juice, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 5

5. Pour the honey lime dressing over the salad. Toss gently until the vegetables and beans are evenly coated.

Step 6

6. Top the salad with crispy tortilla strips for added crunch.

Step 7

7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately and enjoy this flavorful Mexican-inspired salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1443.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1846.5

Total Fat 104.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1649.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 216.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 50.5g	0%
Total Sugars 44.5g
Protein 40.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 375.7mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 3607.8mg	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: 47.9%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 44.0%