Vegetarian Santa Fe Salad

Bright, bold, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Vegetarian Santa Fe Salad is the ultimate feel-good meal for any occasion. Featuring crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, vibrant red bell peppers, creamy avocado, and a protein-packed duo of black beans and sweet corn, this salad is as nutritious as it is delicious. A zesty homemade lime and cumin dressing ties it all together, while fresh cilantro and red onion add a kick of Tex-Mex-inspired flavor. Perfectly balanced and naturally gluten-free, this 20-minute dish is a wholesome, plant-based option that’s ideal for lunch, dinner, or even meal prep. Serve it up on its own or pair it with tortilla chips for added crunch—this Santa Fe Salad is a must-try for anyone craving a refreshing vegetarian recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 large Avocado
• 1 15-ounce can Black beans
• 1 cup Corn kernels
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.5 cup Cilantro
• 1 medium Lime
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the lettuce.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber, slice it into thin rounds, and add to the salad.

Step 4

Dice the red bell pepper and add to the salad bowl.

Step 5

Halve the avocado, remove the pit, and dice the flesh into cubes before adding to the salad.

Step 6

Rinse and drain the black beans, then add to the salad.

Step 7

Rinse and drain the corn kernels, then add to the salad.

Step 8

Thinly slice the red onion and add to the salad for a pop of flavor and color.

Step 9

Chop the cilantro and sprinkle it over the salad.

Step 10

In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of the lime, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and ground cumin to create the dressing.

Step 11

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

Step 12

Serve immediately and enjoy a refreshing and satisfying vegetarian Santa Fe salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1668.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1504.7

Total Fat 92.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2613.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.1g	0%
Total Sugars 32.0g
Protein 40.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 411.7mg	0%
Iron 13.1mg	0%
Potassium 2954.3mg	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: 52.2%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 37.6%