Santa Fe Style Salad

Bright, bold, and bursting with Southwestern flavors, this Santa Fe Style Salad is the ultimate fusion of fresh ingredients and zesty flair. Crisp romaine lettuce forms the base, topped with a colorful medley of black beans, sweet corn, cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, creamy avocado, and red onion. A sprinkle of shredded cheddar, crunchy tortilla strips, and fresh cilantro add texture and a pop of flavor to every bite. Drizzled with a tangy lime-cilantro dressing made with olive oil, lime juice, honey, garlic, and a hint of cumin, this salad strikes the perfect balance of freshness and spice. Ready in just 20 minutes and packed with vibrant, wholesome ingredients, this dish is perfect as a light lunch or a stunning dinner side. Serve this flavorful Santa Fe Style Salad at your next gathering, and watch it steal the spotlight!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup Corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 large Avocado, diced
• 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the black beans, corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, diced avocado, and sliced red onion to the bowl.

Step 3

Sprinkle the chopped fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, and tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips over the salad.

Step 4

In a small bowl or jar, prepare the dressing by whisking together the olive oil, fresh lime juice, honey, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 5

Drizzle the lime-cilantro dressing over the salad just before serving.

Step 6

Toss gently to combine all ingredients and ensure everything is evenly coated with dressing.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh Santa Fe Style Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1850.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1818.4

Total Fat 116.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 60.5mg	0%
Sodium 1903.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 166.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 50.2g	0%
Total Sugars 36.7g
Protein 55.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 854.4mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 4229.1mg	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: 54.2%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 34.4%