Mexican Chopped Salad with Honey-Lime Dressing
Introducing the Mexican Chopped Salad with Honey-Lime Dressing—a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings a burst of flavor to any meal. This salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light lunch. Packed with colorful fresh vegetables, creamy avocado, and protein-rich black beans, it’s both nutritious and satisfying. The sweet and zesty honey-lime dressing adds a delightful twist that enhances every bite. With its quick preparation time and versatility, this salad is a must-try for anyone looking to enjoy healthy eating without sacrificing taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 2½ cups chopped romaine lettuce
- ¾ cup chopped tomato
- ¾ cup chopped jicama
- ¾ cup corn kernels
- ¾ cup radishes, thinly sliced
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1 can (15.5 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- ¼ cup reduced-fat feta cheese
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 medium garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh jalapeño
Instructions
- Wash and chop all fresh vegetables into uniform pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, cilantro, garlic, and jalapeño until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce with tomatoes, jicama, corn, radishes, avocado, black beans, and feta cheese.
- Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Serve immediately or chill before serving for an even cooler experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 10mg