Mexican Chopped Salad

This vibrant and flavorful Mexican Chopped Salad is packed with fresh ingredients and a delicious homemade dressing, making it the perfect lunch, dinner, or side dish.

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In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, red onion, corn kernels, black beans, cilantro, and avocado.

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In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, Dijon mustard, chili powder, and cumin. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with queso fresco or feta cheese (if using).

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Serve immediately with tortilla chips on the side for scooping.

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Spicy Mexican Chopped Salad: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the dressing for a spicy kick.

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Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette: Substitute the honey in the dressing with agave nectar or maple syrup.

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Black Bean and Corn Salad: Omit the lettuce and serve the salad as a side dish.

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Mexican Chopped Salad

This vibrant and flavorful Mexican Chopped Salad is packed with fresh ingredients and a delicious homemade dressing, making it the perfect lunch, dinner, or side dish.

In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, red onion, corn kernels, black beans, cilantro, and avocado.

In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, Dijon mustard, chili powder, and cumin. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with queso fresco or feta cheese (if using).

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Serve immediately with tortilla chips on the side for scooping.

Spicy Mexican Chopped Salad: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the dressing for a spicy kick.

Variations:

Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette: Substitute the honey in the dressing with agave nectar or maple syrup.

Black Bean and Corn Salad: Omit the lettuce and serve the salad as a side dish.

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