Gluten-Free Santa Fe Salad

Bright, zesty, and naturally gluten-free, this Santa Fe Salad is a vibrant medley of wholesome ingredients perfect for a refreshing meal or side dish. Crisp romaine lettuce forms the base, complemented by juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet corn kernels, protein-packed black beans, and crunchy red bell pepper. Creamy avocado and fragrant cilantro add rich texture and flavor, while the homemade lime-chili dressing ties everything together with a bold, tangy kick. This healthy, no-cook recipe comes together in just 20 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights, meal prep, or summer gatherings. Packed with fresh veggies and zesty Southwestern-inspired flavors, this gluten-free salad is a delicious way to enjoy a nutrient-rich dish that's sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh romaine lettuce
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup sweet corn kernels
• 1 cup black beans
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 large avocado
• 1 large lime
• 0.5 cup cilantro leaves
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the romaine lettuce thoroughly under cold water and pat dry. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad bowl.

Step 3

If using fresh corn, cut the kernels off the cob. If using canned corn, drain and rinse them. Add the corn kernels to the bowl.

Step 4

Rinse and drain the black beans, and add them to the salad bowl.

Step 5

Dice the large red bell pepper by removing the seeds and stem, then chop into small squares and add to the bowl.

Step 6

Halve the avocado, remove the pit, carefully scoop out the flesh, dice it into small cubes, and add to the salad.

Step 7

Chop the cilantro leaves roughly and sprinkle them over the salad.

Step 8

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the juice of the lime, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper until well combined to make the dressing.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss everything together gently until evenly coated.

Step 10

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 1 hour before serving for enhanced flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1365.3 grams (1365.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1208

Total Fat 77.90g	100%
Saturated Fat 11.50g	57%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1925mg	84%
Total Carbohydrate 120.30g	44%
Dietary Fiber 43.40g	155%
Total Sugars 30.10g
Protein 29.90g	60%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 305mg	23%
Iron 13mg	70%
Potassium 3248mg	69%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.9%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 37.0%