Southwest Salad (v) Recipe
A vibrant melody of roasted corn salsa, tangy cotija cheese, crispy tortilla strips, and fresh cilantro atop a lush bed of mixed greens, served with zesty southwest ranch dressing.ADD a Protein!
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Corn Salsa
In a bowl, combine roasted corn, chopped cilantro, and cherry tomatoes. Mix well and set aside.
- 2
Assemble the Salad
In a large salad bowl, layer the mixed greens. Top with the corn salsa, diced avocado, crumbled cotija cheese, and tortilla strips.
- 3
Add Protein
If desired, add your choice of protein (grilled chicken, black beans, or tofu) on top of the salad.
- 4
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the zesty southwest ranch dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
- 5
Serve
Serve immediately and enjoy the vibrant flavors of the Southwest!

