Green Goddess Taco Salad

Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant Green Goddess Taco Salad, a fresh twist on a classic favorite packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. This colorful dish layers crisp romaine lettuce with sweet cherry tomatoes, juicy corn, creamy avocado, and protein-rich black beans, all topped with a satisfying crunch of crushed tortilla chips. The star of the show is the homemade Green Goddess dressing, a creamy blend of sour cream, Greek yogurt, fresh herbs like parsley and basil, and a zesty hint of lemon juice. Optional shredded cheese and green onions add an extra punch of flavor to this quick, no-cook recipe that’s ready in just 20 minutes. Perfect as a light lunch or a hearty side, this salad delivers refreshing simplicity with a taco-inspired twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup Corn kernels (cooked or canned, drained)
• 1 cup Black beans (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup Tortilla chips (crushed)
• 1 large Avocado (cubed)
• 0.25 cup Cilantro leaves (fresh, chopped)
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Anchovy paste (optional)
• 1 clove Garlic clove (minced)
• 0.5 cup Fresh parsley leaves (chopped)
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese (optional)
• 2 stalks Green onions (thinly sliced)

Directions

Step 1

1. Prepare the base of the salad: Roughly chop the romaine lettuce and place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

2. Prepare the toppings: Halve the cherry tomatoes, drain and rinse the black beans, and prep the corn if it's not already cooked. Add the tomatoes, beans, and corn to the salad bowl along with the avocado cubes, chopped cilantro, and crushed tortilla chips.

Step 3

3. (Optional) Add shredded cheese or thinly sliced green onions for extra flavor.

Step 4

4. Make the Green Goddess dressing: In a food processor or blender, combine sour cream, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, anchovy paste (if using), minced garlic, parsley leaves, basil leaves, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 5

5. Assemble the salad: Drizzle the Green Goddess dressing onto the salad and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 6

6. Serve immediately and enjoy your vibrant Green Goddess Taco Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1602.8 grams (1602.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2292

Total Fat 160.40g	206%
Saturated Fat 42.30g	211%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 179mg	60%
Sodium 3180mg	138%
Total Carbohydrate 185.90g	68%
Dietary Fiber 43.30g	155%
Total Sugars 28.90g
Protein 59.80g	120%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 1071mg	82%
Iron 15mg	84%
Potassium 3674mg	78%

*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: 59.5%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 30.6%