Mexican Panzanella Salad Cornbread Salad
Bright, zesty, and packed with bold flavors, this Mexican Panzanella Cornbread Salad is a vibrant twist on the classic Italian bread salad. Featuring golden cubes of cornbread, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, creamy avocados, and hearty black beans, this dish is a perfect fusion of textures and tastes. Tossed in a tangy lime-cumin dressing with a hint of chili powder and garlic, this salad delivers a satisfying southwestern flair in every bite. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes and ideal for picnics, potlucks, or a unique weeknight dinner, this colorful cornbread salad is a must-try for fans of bold, fresh flavors. Perfect as a standalone dish or paired with grilled proteins, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Cornbread
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large Cucumber, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) Black beans, rinsed and drained
- 0.5 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 medium Avocados, diced
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.25 cup Lime juice
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
Directions
Step 1
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare cornbread according to your favorite recipe or from a mix. Once baked, let it cool completely before cutting it into 1-inch cubes.
Step 2
2. Spread the cornbread cubes on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes to dry them out slightly. This will prevent them from becoming too soggy in the salad.
Step 3
3. In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, black beans, red onion, avocado, and fresh cilantro.
Step 4
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Step 5
5. Add the cornbread cubes to the vegetable mixture in the large bowl.
Step 6
6. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
Step 7
7. Let the salad sit for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 8
8. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2056.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2738.8 |
| Total Fat 153.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 24.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 17.5g | |
| Cholesterol 138.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4219.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 298.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 68.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 44.9g | |
| Protein 65.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 99.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1101.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 25.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4951.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories