Jul 13 2026

Willie Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

romaine mix, roasted chicken, bacon, pinto beans, tomato, corn, chives, fresno, queso fresco, buttermilk dressing

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Dressing

Method

Salad Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Salad Base

    In a large bowl, combine the romaine lettuce mix, shredded roasted chicken, crumbled bacon, cooked pinto beans, diced tomato, cooked corn, chopped chives, sliced Fresno pepper, and crumbled queso fresco. Toss gently to mix all ingredients evenly.

Dressing Preparation

  1. 2

    Make the Buttermilk Dressing

    In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Assembly

  1. 3

    Combine Salad and Dressing

    Drizzle the buttermilk dressing over the salad mixture. Toss gently until the salad is well coated with the dressing.

  2. 4

    Serve

    Divide the salad into serving bowls and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious Willie salad!

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