Mexican Style Vegetable Salad

Bursting with vibrant colors and bold flavors, this Mexican Style Vegetable Salad is a refreshing and wholesome dish perfect for any occasion. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, sweet corn, and protein-packed black beans, this salad delivers a deliciously satisfying crunch in every bite. Enhanced with a zesty lime-cumin dressing made from extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice, and a blend of chili powder and garlic, it captures the essence of Mexican cuisine in the healthiest way possible. Ready in just 20 minutes and ideal for a light meal or the perfect side dish for tacos, enchiladas, or grilled meats, this vibrant salad is as versatile as it is nutritious. Great for fans of fresh, Mexican-inspired recipes!

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head romaine lettuce
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 medium yellow bell pepper
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 small red onion
• 1 cup sweet corn, cooked
• 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 medium avocado
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Dice the red and yellow bell peppers into small cubes and add to the bowl.

Step 3

Halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the red onion. Mix them into the salad.

Step 4

Add the cooked sweet corn, rinsed black beans, and chopped fresh cilantro to the bowl.

Step 5

Cut the avocado into small chunks and gently fold it into the salad to avoid mashing.

Step 6

In a small mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until the dressing is emulsified.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat evenly.

Step 8

Serve immediately as a standalone dish or as a side to complement your favorite Mexican-inspired meals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1948.2 grams (1948.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1308

Total Fat 69.60g	89%
Saturated Fat 9.80g	49%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1423mg	62%
Total Carbohydrate 158.30g	58%
Dietary Fiber 48.50g	173%
Total Sugars 29.80g
Protein 40.80g	82%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 446mg	34%
Iron 15mg	86%
Potassium 4334mg	92%

*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: 44.0%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 44.5%