Soy-Free Santa Fe Salad

Bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this Soy-Free Santa Fe Salad is a refreshing, nutrient-packed twist on the classic Southwestern favorite. Perfect for busy weeknights or light lunches, this salad combines crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and sweet corn with protein-rich black beans and creamy avocado for a satisfying, meat-free meal. Red bell pepper and red onion add a mix of sweetness and spice, while fresh cilantro and a zesty lime dressing—seasoned with ground cumin—tie it all together. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this easy, gluten-free recipe is perfect for anyone seeking a healthy, soy-free alternative to traditional Santa Fe salads. Serve it as a standalone dish or pair it with grilled chicken or tortilla chips for an extra indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 hearts Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 large Cucumber
• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 1 cup Black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup Corn kernels
• 1 large Avocado
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 0.5 cup Cilantro leaves
• 2 large Lime
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce hearts thoroughly. Chop them 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

Peel and dice the cucumber. Add to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Core and dice the red bell pepper. Add to the bowl.

Step 5

Add the drained and rinsed black beans and corn kernels to the salad.

Step 6

Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Dice the avocado and add to the salad.

Step 7

Thinly slice the red onion and add to the bowl.

Step 8

Chop the cilantro leaves and sprinkle over the salad ingredients.

Step 9

In a small bowl, squeeze the juice of the two limes.

Step 10

Add olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the lime juice, and whisk until well combined.

Step 11

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all the ingredients evenly.

Step 12

Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2925.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1616.4

Total Fat 93.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2122.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 180.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 63.5g	0%
Total Sugars 43.7g
Protein 51.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 815.9mg	0%
Iron 24.0mg	0%
Potassium 6554.7mg	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: 47.5%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 40.9%