Cowboy Salad Recipe
A fresh salad with a mix of greens and toppings.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Toppings
Dressing
Method
Prepare Salad Base
- 1
Wash and Chop Greens
Thoroughly wash the romaine lettuce and spinach under cold water. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or use a salad spinner to remove excess water. Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl. Add the spinach leaves.
- 2
Prepare Vegetables
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl. Peel the cucumber, slice it in half lengthwise, and then slice it into half-moons. Thinly slice the red onion. Add all these ingredients into the bowl with the greens.
Add Toppings
- 3
Incorporate Toppings
Open the can of corn and drain if using canned corn, or thaw if using frozen. Rinse and drain the black beans. Dice the avocado and add it to the salad bowl along with the corn, black beans, shredded cheddar cheese, and crushed tortilla chips.
Prepare Dressing
- 4
Mix Dressing Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined and emulsified.
Combine and Serve
- 5
Toss Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss everything together gently until all ingredients are well coated with the dressing. Serve immediately for the best texture.