Southwest Salad Recipe
Mixed Greens with Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette, Black Beans, Queso Fresco, Red Peppers, Corn, Pepitas, Tortilla Strips
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette
Method
Prepare the Salad
- 1
Prepare the Salad Base
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed greens, black beans, crumbled queso fresco, diced red bell pepper, corn, pepitas, and tortilla strips.
Make the Vinaigrette
- 2
Mix the Vinaigrette
In a small bowl, whisk together the chopped cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.
Combine and Serve
- 3
Toss the Salad
Drizzle the cilantro lime vinaigrette over the salad mixture in the large bowl. Toss gently to ensure all ingredients are well coated with the dressing.
- 4
Serve
Serve immediately, garnishing with additional tortilla strips and pepitas as desired.