Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsEl VezMexican Chopped Salad Recipe

Mexican Chopped Salad Recipe

Inspired by El Vez
Time20m
Serves4

romaine, pepitas, tomatoes, chayote, corn, black beans, queso fresco, crispy tortillas, lemon-avocado dressing or cumin-lime vinaigrette

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Prepare the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, diced chayote, halved cherry tomatoes, corn kernels, black beans, crumbled queso fresco, and pepitas.

  2. 2

    Add Tortilla Strips

    Gently toss in the crispy tortilla strips for added crunch.

  3. 3

    Make the Dressing

    In a separate bowl, whisk together the lemon-avocado dressing or cumin-lime vinaigrette.

  4. 4

    Combine and Serve

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.

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