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A vibrant bowl of Refreshing Mexican Salad featuring crisp lettuce, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and red onion.

Refreshing Mexican Salad


  • Author: recipebychefs.com
  • Total Time: 10 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A quick and zesty salad ready in 10 minutes.


Ingredients

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  • 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 large tomato, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Place the chopped romaine lettuce in a large bowl.
  2. Add the black beans, corn, diced tomato, sliced red onion, and cilantro to the bowl.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients.
  5. Toss gently until everything is well combined.
  6. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese before serving.
  • If using frozen corn, thaw it slightly before adding to the salad.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 0 min
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Tossing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 350
  • Fat: 10
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8.5
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 35
  • Fiber: 10
  • Protein: 12
  • Cholesterol: 0

Keywords: Mexican salad, black bean salad, quick salad, zesty salad, 10 minute meal, light salad